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Pea and Bacon Pasta Salad

This Pea and Bacon Pasta Salad is creamy and delicious. Wonderful seasonings, parmesan cheese and a creamy dressing.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
3 hours
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pea and Bacon Pasta Salad, Pea Pasta Salad
Servings: 12 servings
Author: Anne Walkup

Ingredients

  • 4 cups small shell pasta (uncooked)
  • 1 (12 ounce) package of frozen peas - thawed about 3 cups
  • 1 lb thick cut bacon cooked and chopped
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Dressing Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water. Toss with the olive oil.
  • Add all dressing ingredients to a small bowl and whisk together until well combined.
  • In a larger bowl, add pasta, peas and bacon and pour in dressing. Toss until well combined. Next add in the parmesan cheese. Mix again.
  • Chill for 3 hours before serving.

Notes

You could use any pasta with this recipe, we just like the shells.