Based on one of my favorite classic sandwich recipes, this BLT Macaroni Salad is loaded with flavor. It's a tasty and unique twist on classic pasta salad with a traditional flavor combination everyone will love!
Course Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword bacon, blt, pasta salad, tomatoes
Prep Time 30 minutesminutes
Chilling Time 1 hourhour
Total Time 1 hourhour30 minutesminutes
Servings 12
Calories 367kcal
Ingredients
1poundpasta of your choicecooked al dente according the package directions
Begin by preparing your pasta according to the package directions. Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water until cool. Drain well. Transfer the pasta to a large bowl.
Top the pasta with the halved tomatoes, bacon, and arugula.In a separate, medium-sized bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, apple cider vinegar, fresh basil, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the pasta, tomatoes, bacon, arugula. Stir gently using a large spoon until the pasta is completely coated. Chill for at least one hour before serving.