Description
Corn Pasta Salad with Bacon and Creamy Pesto Dressing is a vibrant and delicious dish perfect for any occasion. This refreshing salad combines sweet corn, crispy bacon, and a creamy pesto dressing that tantalizes the taste buds. With just 30 minutes of preparation time, it’s ideal for busy weeknights, potlucks, or summer barbecues. The colorful medley of ingredients not only looks appealing but also offers a delightful blend of savory, sweet, and zesty flavors. Customizable to your liking, this pasta salad can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or light main course, making it a versatile addition to any meal. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz orecchiette pasta
- 1 cup cooked corn kernels
- 1 diced red bell pepper
- 4 slices cooked bacon
- Fresh cilantro
- 1/3 cup basil pesto
- 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
- Cook the orecchiette pasta in boiling water until al dente; drain.
- In a mason jar, mix basil pesto, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and lime juice until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, corn, red bell pepper, and bacon.
- Add the dressing to the bowl and mix gently until combined.
- Top with chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg