Keto Tangy Tomato BLT Pasta Salad

This Keto Tangy Tomato BLT Pasta Salad has fresh greens and creamy dressing. We prepare this pasta salad with cherry tomatoes, salt, romaine lettuce, apple cider vinegar,  Dijon mustard, garlic powder, keto pasta, mayonnaise, bacon, black pepper, and olive oil. There are 5 grams of net carbs & 320 calories in this pasta salad. We make this pasta salad in just twenty-five minutes. This Keto Tangy Tomato BLT Pasta Salad is excellent for appetizers, celebrations, weekday breakfasts, special events, lunches, get-togethers, hectic days, activities, occasions, parties, festivities, and dinners. The fresh vegetables and mayonnaise will separate after defrosting, so we don’t preserve this pasta salad. But you can prepare it earlier, as this pasta refrigerates for just three days. You can serve this pasta salad with Garlic Butter Shrimp, Keto Garlic Bread, or Parmesan Shavings.

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STATS:

• Course: Salad, Main Course
• Calories: 320 kcal
• Diet: Keto
• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Cook time: 10 minutes
• Serving Size: 1 bowl
• Mode of Cooking: Stovetop
• Total yields: 4
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Total time: 25 minutes

TOOLS:

• Bowl
• Frying pan
• Strainer
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Salad tongs

INGREDIENTS:

• Cherry tomatoes, one cup
• Two cups of Romaine lettuce
• 2 cups Keto pasta
• Half a cup of Mayonnaise
• 6 slices Bacon
• Apple cider vinegar, one tbsp.
• One teaspoon of Dijon mustard
• Salt
• Olive oil, one tablespoon
• Black pepper
• ½ tsp Garlic powder

INGREDIENT NOTES:

KETO PASTA:

• Use the keto pasta, which is made with almond or coconut flour. We can also use the konjac noodles, or zoodles, instead to prepare this pasta salad.

BACON:

• We have to use bacon, as it will give a smoky flavor and rich texture to this pasta salad. As a replacement, you can use beef bacon, crispy pancetta, or turkey bacon.

CHERRY TOMATOES:

• Using cherry tomatoes will make this salad mildly sweeter and give it acidity. Alternate them with diced red bell peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, or chopped cucumbers.

ROMAINE LETTUCE:

• We use romaine lettuce, which will provide a fresh taste and crunchy texture. You can substitute it with arugula, iceberg lettuce, or spinach.

MAYONNAISE:

• Utilize mayonnaise, as it will create a silky foundation for this pasta salad. We can replace it with cream cheese, sour cream, or mashed avocado.

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR:

• This vinegar delivers a richer texture and tarty flavor. Alternatively, you might utilize lemon juice, white wine vinegar, or pickle juice.

DIJON MUSTARD:

• You can use Dijon mustard to give a spicy flavor and a strong taste. Switch it out with whole-grain mustard or yellow mustard.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Cook the keto pasta, as mentioned on the packet.
2. Properly wash and strain it out completely.
3. In a frying skillet, cook bacon till it becomes crispy.
4. Bring it out, cool it, and then make pieces by crumbling.
5. Properly stir the garlic powder, salt, mayonnaise, pepper, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and Dijon mustard in a dish till smoother.
6. Include the cherry tomatoes, chopped lettuce, bacon, and cooked pasta in the dressing.
7. Carefully mix each element till uniformly coated.
8. Refrigerate it for about fifteen minutes and then serve for improved flavor

TIPS:

• Use the increased amount of mustard or vinegar to adjust the tarty flavor.
• Completely dry the keto pasta to avoid a moist salad.
• Refrigerate it first, and then serve to combine all the flavors.
• Include slices of avocado for more nutritious fats.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

PROTEINS:

• Grilled Chicken
• Garlic Butter Shrimp
• Pan-Seared Salmon

SIDES:

• Keto Garlic Bread
• Cauliflower Mash
• Zucchini Fries

EXTRAS AND TOPPINGS:

• Avocado Slices
• Parmesan Shavings
• Boiled Eggs

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Store it for nearly three days in a closed bowl.

FREEZER:

• Do not store this pasta salad because the fresh veggies and mayonnaise will becomes apart after defrosting.

FAQs:

Is this pasta salad perfect for keto?

• Yes, as we prepare this pasta salad with each keto ingredient.

May we prepare this pasta salad earlier?

• Yes, you can make this pasta salad earlier, as it refrigerates for only three days.

Which pasta is ideal for using?

• You might utilize hearts of palm pasta or noodles of shirataki.

What may we utilize in place of mayonnaise?

• Greek yogurt might be utilized in its place, although it might increase the amount of carbs.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Calories: 320 kcal

Sodium: 580 mg

Net carbs: 5 g

Fiber: 2 g

Sugar: 3 g

Fats: 25 g

Proteins: 12 g

Portion Size: 250 g

Total carbs: 7 g