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Club Sandwich Pasta Salad

Delicious Club Sandwich Pasta Salad – Effortless Summer Treat

Enjoy a vibrant, refreshing Club Sandwich Pasta Salad perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Base
  • 8 oz Tri-color Pasta Any short pasta like rotini or fusilli works as a substitute.
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative.
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Using bottled ranch dressing can simplify preparation.
For the Add-ins
  • 6 slices Bacon Real bacon bits can save time.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack are good substitutes.
  • 4 oz Ham Oven-roasted turkey breast or chicken are excellent substitutes.
  • 4 oz Turkey Swap in your favorite deli meat if desired.
  • 1 cup Tomato Cherry tomatoes are a sweet alternative.
  • 2 cups Lettuce Romaine is recommended for texture.
For Serving & Topping
  • Optional Fresh Herbs Basil or dill can enhance flavor.
  • Optional Veggies Bell peppers, cucumbers, or pickles can add freshness.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While pasta cools, chop cheddar cheese, quarter tomatoes, and slice ham and turkey. Chop romaine lettuce as desired.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, cheese, bacon, lettuce, ham, turkey, and tomatoes. Toss gently. In a separate bowl, whisk mayonnaise and ranch seasoning, then add to pasta and mix well.
  4. Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  5. Before serving, check consistency and add more dressing if needed. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This pasta salad can be made a day in advance, and the flavors develop beautifully during the chilling process.

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