Hot Bacon and Pasta Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
12%
Hot Bacon and Pasta Salad
25 min.
4
308kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your salad game? Introducing the Hot Bacon and Pasta Salad, a delightful dish that combines the savory goodness of crispy bacon with the freshness of baby spinach and the sweetness of ripe pear. This gluten-free recipe is not just a side dish; it’s a versatile meal that can serve as an antipasti, starter, or even a satisfying snack. With a preparation time of just 25 minutes, you can whip up this delicious salad in no time, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends.

Imagine the aroma of sizzling bacon filling your kitchen as you prepare this mouthwatering salad. The rich flavors of the bacon and caramelized onions meld beautifully with a tangy balsamic dressing, while the creamy blue cheese adds a luxurious touch. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures, from the tender pasta to the crisp spinach and juicy pear pieces. With only 308 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

This Hot Bacon and Pasta Salad is sure to impress your family and guests alike. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a new favorite dish to enjoy, this recipe is a must-try. So grab your frying pan and saucepan, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 7.8 oz the salad betty suddenly salad®
  • slices bacon cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 0.3 cup onion sliced
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • tablespoon brown sugar packed
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • cups baby spinach 
  •  pears cut into bite-size pieces
  • cup cheese blue crumbled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Fill 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of water; heat to boiling.
  2. Add Pasta. Gently boil, uncovered, 12 minutes, stirring occasionally; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well.
  3. Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon and onion, stirring occasionally, until bacon is crisp.
  4. Transfer bacon and onion to large bowl with slotted spoon, reserving bacon drippings. Stir Seasoning mix from packet, vinegar, brown sugar, oil and mustard into drippings.
  5. In large bowl, toss bacon and onion mixture, spinach, pear and dressing until mixed; stir in cooked pasta.
  6. Sprinkle cheese over top of salad.
  7. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories308kcal
Protein15.21%
Fat63.5%
Carbs21.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.19
Glycemic Load
3.56
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.922608831654%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.92mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin
0.26mg
Epicatechin
1.67mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.22mg
Isorhamnetin
0.63mg
Kaempferol
1.98mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
3.59mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:308.14kcal
15.41%
Fat:22.06g
33.93%
Saturated Fat:9.79g
61.21%
Carbohydrates:16.63g
5.54%
Net Carbohydrates:14.41g
5.24%
Sugar:9.77g
10.85%
Cholesterol:39.83mg
13.28%
Sodium:579.63mg
25.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.89g
23.78%
Vitamin K:153.97µg
146.63%
Vitamin A:3714.27IU
74.29%
Vitamin C:23.83mg
28.88%
Folate:95.74µg
23.93%
Calcium:228.37mg
22.84%
Phosphorus:209.39mg
20.94%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.43%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.43%
Selenium:10.07µg
14.39%
Potassium:475.95mg
13.6%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.17%
Magnesium:46.12mg
11.53%
Zinc:1.51mg
10.04%
Vitamin B3:1.84mg
9.18%
Fiber:2.22g
8.89%
Iron:1.57mg
8.71%
Vitamin B12:0.52µg
8.7%
Vitamin B5:0.83mg
8.3%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.06%
Vitamin E:1.12mg
7.48%
Copper:0.13mg
6.72%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.71%