BLT Pasta Salad
A sandwich's favorite parts, in a bowl.
$10.21 total
Ingredients & Cost Breakdown
| 1 lb bacon | $4.18 |
| 1 lb rotini pasta | $1.24 |
| 2 tomatoes, diced | $1.60 |
| 2 cups shredded lettuce | $1.50 |
| 1/2 cup mayo | $0.60 |
| Salt & pepper | $0.10 |
| 1/2 cup shredded cheese, optional | $0.99 |
| Total | $10.21 |
Shopping List
Exactly what to grab at the store — whole units, no guessing at "half an onion."
- 1 lb bacon
- 1 lb rotini pasta
- 2 tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup mayo
- Salt & pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese, optional
How to Make It
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente; drain and cool slightly.
- Cook bacon until crisp, then crumble.
- Toss pasta with mayo, tomatoes, and half the bacon.
- Fold in lettuce right before serving so it stays crisp.
- Top with remaining bacon and cheese if using.
No-Time-For-That Tip: Toss the lettuce in at the very end — add it too early and the salad wilts and waters down.
