How to make Veggie Loaded BLT Pasta Salad with Chicken

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon reduces fat while maintaining a similar flavor.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still adding creaminess.

Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.

In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, diced cooked chicken, and crumbled bacon.

Add chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced red onion to the bowl.

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the salad mixture.

In a separate bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, salt, and black pepper.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

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