BLT PASTA PARTY SALAD

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Add the fabulous flavors of BLT to this appealing pasta salad that's ready in just 25 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 package (7 oz) uncooked rotini pasta
8 slices bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons sugar
1 large tomato, seeded, chopped (1 cup)
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
4 cups thinly shredded iceberg lettuce

Steps:

Cook pasta as directed on package. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well.
Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp. Drain on paper towels; set aside.
In large bowl, stir together mayonnaise, lemon juice and sugar with whisk until smooth. Stir pasta into mayonnaise mixture.
Gently stir in bacon, tomato, and green onions. Stir in lettuce just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g