Crispy bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, and avocado ranch dressing combine in a vibrant summery pasta dish for easy entertaining.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 ounces rotini or fusilli pasta
02 - Salt for boiling water
→ BLT Components
03 - 6 slices bacon
04 - 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
→ Avocado Ranch Dressing
06 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
07 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
08 - 1/4 cup sour cream
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
12 - 1 garlic clove, minced
13 - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
14 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
16 - 2 to 3 tablespoons milk, as needed for thinning
→ Optional Additions
17 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
18 - Extra chopped avocado for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Boil rotini or fusilli pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and rinse under cold water to halt cooking. Set aside.
02 - Cook bacon over medium heat in a skillet until crispy. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Once cooled, chop into bite-sized pieces.
03 - Combine avocado, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, chives, dill, garlic, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth, adding milk gradually until dressing reaches desired consistency.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, chopped bacon, chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, and optional red onion. Pour avocado ranch dressing over ingredients and toss gently to coat.
05 - Garnish with extra chopped avocado and chives if preferred. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes prior to serving to enhance flavor.
