BLT Pasta Salad

By kelsa94

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound dry rotini pasta
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Kosher salt
• 1/2 cup low-fat or regular mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup well-shaken light buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
• 2 scallions, finely chopped
• 2 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes
• 4 cups baby spinach
• 8 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled

Details

Servings 6
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 20mins
Adapted from cooking.com

Preparation

Step 1

Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

Smash the garlic clove with the flat side of a chef’s knife. Sprinkle some salt over the clove, then using the flat side of the knife, work the salt into the clove. Continue to press and mash the clove until it becomes a paste.

In a large bowl, whisk together the garlic puree, mayonnaise, buttermilk, vinegar and scallions. Add the pasta, tomatoes, spinach and bacon and toss together. Serve at room temperature.

Tip: Bacon shortcut: Line a microwave-safe plate with two layers of paper towels. Place the strips on top and cover with two layers of paper towels. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes per strip. Check the doneness and, cook further in 15-second increments