Description
A refreshing pasta salad inspired by the BLT sandwich, using halal-certified bacon substitute, Roma tomatoes, and creamy ranch dressing for a balanced lunch or side dish. Combines crisp textures and bold flavors in 25 minutes.
Ingredients
16 oz medium shell pasta
1 pound halal-certified bacon substitute (such as turkey bacon or plant-based alternative)
4 ripe Roma tomatoes, diced
1 small red onion, chopped
1 cup ranch dressing
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 head romaine lettuce, shredded (about 3 cups)
Instructions
Gather all ingredients and prepare the vegetables.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
Cook the medium shell pasta for 8 minutes until tender; drain and rinse under cold water until cool.
While pasta cooks, cook halal bacon substitute in a skillet over medium heat until crisp; drain on paper towels and crumble.
In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, 3/4 of crumbled bacon, tomatoes, red onion, ranch dressing, and pepper.
Toss to coat evenly.
Fold in romaine lettuce until distributed.
Top with remaining crumbled bacon before serving.
Notes
Substitute halal-certified bacon per dietary restrictions.
Ranch dressing may be omitted for a lighter version.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American