BACON AVACADO TOMATO PASTA SALAD

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon offers lower fat options, while smoked sausage can be more affordable.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories, while processed cheese can be less expensive.

Cut bacon into small pieces and cook until crispy.

Chop tomatoes and green onions.

Add one pepper from the garden, if desired.

Cook pasta for 7-8 minutes until al dente, then drain and place in a bowl.

Add a little olive oil to the pasta to prevent sticking.

Refrigerate pasta for 30 minutes to cool.

Prepare homemade vinaigrette with lemon juice, olive oil, balsamic dressing, oregano, garlic, and rosemary.

Slice avocados and add lemon juice to prevent browning.

After cooling, add dressing to pasta and mix.

Add chopped tomatoes and fresh basil to the pasta.

Add green onions (or red onions if preferred).

Add Kalamata olives (optional).

Add cooked bacon to the mixture.

Add the two avocados last and mix gently.

Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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