Cheap Easy High Protein Salad: Creamy Pea Pasta Delight with Turkey Bacon
Enjoy a delicious and nutritious salad that combines protein-rich turkey bacon and peas with creamy pasta for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, peas, and crumbled turkey bacon.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheap, easy, high protein, creamy pea pasta salad, turkey bacon