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Home » Recipes » BLT Pasta Salad Recipe (No Mayo)

BLT Pasta Salad Recipe (No Mayo)

By: Liz  /  Published: February 15, 2021  /  Updated: February 15, 2021  /   Leave a comment

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This BLT pasta salad recipe combines all the ingredients you love in a BLT sandwich (except mayo) with bowtie pasta and then it’s tossed in a delicious, creamy dressing.

You can absolutely make this with mayo if you want, but I don’t care for it, so I steer clear.

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Ingredients for BLT Bow Tie Pasta Salad

  • plain Greek yogurt
  • sour cream
  • milk
  • pepper
  • salt
  • garlic powder
  • crushed red pepper flakes
  • farfalle (bowtie pasta)
  • mixed greens
  • cherry or grape tomatoes
  • shredded cheddar cheese
  • cooked bacon strips
BLT salad ingredients

Substitutions and Additions

  • This BLT pasta salad recipe could be made with mayo, but I like finding substitutes for mayonnaise (because I despise it). If you do want mayo, use it in place of the Greek yogurt.
  • Add chopped red onion
  • Add avocado slices
  • Arugula adds a nice peppery flavor to mixed greens

How to Make BLT Pasta Salad Without Mayonnaise

STEP 1: In a small bowl, whisk the yogurt, sour cream, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder and crushed red pepper flakes together. Set aside.

dressing for BLT pasta salad

STEP 2: Cook the bow tie pasta according to package directions; drain. Add to salad bowl along with greens, tomatoes, cheese and bacon.

BLT pasta salad ingredients

STEP 3: Add the dressing and toss to coat well.

salad in wooden salad bowl

This BLT salad with bow tie pasta is delicious! I love serving it alongside my fiesta burgers and grilled honey mustard chicken.

tossed BLT pasta salad
BLT pasta salad in wooden salad bowl
Can I make this BLT pasta salad with bow tie pasta in advance?

You can make the salad several hours before serving and let it chill in the refrigerator.

How long can this pasta salad stay in the fridge?

Because it’s made with fresh greens, it’s best to eat it the same day. However, it has stayed fresh about 24 hours in my fridge before.

Can I use any type of pasta?

Absolutely! I’m partial to farfalle (bowtie pasta) for this recipe but rotini, fusille, penne or any other short pasta with nooks and crannies would work. Or just use your favorite variety!

Can I use mayonnaise?

Yes, if you’re a mayo fan, you can use the mayo instead of Greek yogurt.

Other Salad Recipes You’ll Love

  • Zucchini zoodle salad
  • Thanksgiving leftover salad
  • Artichoke and sundried tomato pasta salad
  • Sweet chili ranch potato salad with kale
  • Carrot raisin salad
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BLT Pasta Salad

Liz – Eat Move Make
This BLT pasta salad recipe combines all the ingredients you love in a BLT sandwich with bowtie pasta and a delicious creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 221 kcal

Ingredients
  

DRESSING

  • ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

SALAD

  • 8 oz bow tie pasta
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes halved
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 ½ cups cooked bacon chopped coarsely

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk yogurt, sour cream, milk, black pepper, salt, garlic powder and crushed red pepper flakes until mixed well and smooth. Set aside.
  • Cook bow tie pasta in lightly salted water al dente according to package directions; drain and transfer to a salad bowl. Add salad greens, tomatoes, cheese and bacon. Add dressing and toss to coat. Store covered in refrigerator.
All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only and nutrition may vary according to exact products and the online nutrition calculator being used. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on EatMoveMake.com should only be used as a general guideline.

Nutrition

Calories: 221kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 13gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 397mgPotassium: 265mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 536IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 135mgIron: 1mg
Keyword bacon, BLT, lettuce, tomato
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About Liz

Liz is a midwestern mom gone southern (accent in transition). She lives in North Carolina and loves cooking, baking, traveling, movies, crafts, hot and cold tea, wine, pizza and the occasional nap. She also revels in the fact she's a crazy cat lady.

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