Big Mac Pasta Salad: An Easy Indulgence with Turkey Bacon
Enjoy the delicious flavors of a Big Mac in a pasta salad, featuring turkey bacon for a lighter twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stirring
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-carb
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces rotini pasta
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup dill pickles, chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy; chop and add to a large bowl.
- Add the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, dill pickles, red onion, lettuce, and cheddar cheese to the bowl.
- Toss to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding your favorite dressing.
- Feel free to substitute with regular bacon if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 mg