Pasta salad with bacon and tomatoes

12 servings

30 minutes

Pasta salad with bacon and tomatoes is a harmonious blend of Italian culinary tradition and modern taste. The roots of the dish trace back to sunny Italy, where pasta is an integral part of gastronomic culture. Linguine combined with crispy bacon, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic green onions create a rich palette of flavors. The dressing made from mayonnaise, lemon juice, and chicken broth adds creamy softness and a hint of spiciness. Lettuce leaves bring freshness and make the dish light yet filling. This salad is perfect as a standalone dish or an addition to a summer table, pairing well with white wine and crispy rolls. It's easy to prepare but its rich flavor leaves an unforgettable impression.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 212.9
• Proteins: 5.2g
• Fats: 14.8g
• Carbohydrates: 14.4g

Ingredients

• Mayonnaise: 180 g
• Lemon juice: 0.3 glass
• Sugar: 2 tsp
• Chicken broth: 2 tsp
• Linguine Pasta: 200 g
• Bacon: 8 pc
• Tomatoes: 1 pc
• Green onions: 20 g
• Lettuce leaves: 280 g

Cooking steps

1. First, boil the pasta and drain the water (but leave 1 cup of broth), then mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, sugar, and broth to make the salad dressing.

   Required ingredients:

   • Linguine Pasta: 200 g
   • Chicken broth: 2 teaspoons
   • Mayonnaise: 180 g
   • Lemon juice: 0.3 glass
   • Sugar: 2 teaspoons

2. Mix rotini pasta with pieces of bacon, tomato, and green onion, then dress the pasta with the prepared broth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Linguine Pasta: 200 g
   • Bacon: 8 pieces
   • Tomatoes: 1 piece
   • Green onions: 20 g
   • Chicken broth: 2 teaspoons

3. It is recommended to add lettuce last, just before serving the dish.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lettuce leaves: 280 g