Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with this Creamy Pea and Bacon Pasta Salad. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy family dinners, this dish features a vibrant mix of sweet peas, crispy bacon, and a rich creamy dressing. Quick to prepare and bursting with taste, it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Enjoy it warm or chilled for maximum versatility!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup frozen peas
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, fry the bacon in a pan over medium heat until crispy. Remove from heat and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add cooked pasta, frozen peas, and chopped bacon into the bowl. Gently toss until all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
- Taste for seasoning adjustments before transferring to a serving dish.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg