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Pesto Pasta Salad with Turkey Bacon: A Deliciously Fresh Twist

Pesto Pasta Salad

A fresh and flavorful pesto pasta salad featuring turkey bacon, perfect for summer gatherings or a quick meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 4 slices turkey bacon
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup pesto sauce
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Let it cool, then chop into pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, turkey bacon, cherry tomatoes, pesto sauce, and spinach. Toss to combine.
  4. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding olives or artichokes.
  • This pasta salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.

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Keywords: Pesto Pasta Salad, Turkey Bacon, Fresh Salad, Easy Recipe