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Club Sandwich Pasta Salad

Club Sandwich Pasta Salad: A Creamy, Chill-Ready Delight

A delicious Club Sandwich Pasta Salad combining crispy bacon, tender chicken, and fresh veggies, perfect for potlucks and meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 3 cups cooked rotini pasta or penne
For the Protein
  • 1 cup diced cooked chicken breast or turkey
  • 4 slices cooked bacon can use turkey bacon
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 0.25 cup finely diced red onion can swap for green onions
  • 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
For the Creaminess
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise can use Greek yogurt
  • 0.25 cup sour cream can use vegan alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Essential Seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
Optional Crunch and Freshness
  • 1 cup toasted bread cubes or croutons
  • to taste fresh herbs (parsley or chives) for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rotini pasta, diced chicken, and crumbled bacon. Add cherry tomatoes, red onion, and romaine lettuce. Toss gently until mixed.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat well.
  4. Just before serving, fold in toasted bread cubes or croutons.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize with different proteins or vegetables to suit your taste.

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