Creamy BLT Macaroni Salad with Mayo
Creamy BLT Macaroni Salad with Mayo blends smoky bacon with cool avocado, juicy tomato, and crisp lettuce, all coated in a tangy mayo and chile sauce dressing brightened with lemon. The pasta carries the rich, savory flavors while green onions add a fresh snap. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or summer dinners, it tastes even better after chilling.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Creamy BLT Macaroni Salad with Mayo, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 52 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 12
- Heart Health
- 67
- Metabolic
- 27
- Digestive
- 43
- Inflammatory
- 48
- Performance
- 31
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring now and then, until slightly firm, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
- 2
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp, about 7 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Refrigerate the bacon once cool.
- 3
Drizzle 2 tablespoons lemon juice over avocado in a bowl; set aside.
- 4
Combine mayonnaise, creamy dressing, chili sauce, 1/4 cup lemon juice, bouillon granules, and sugar; fold in macaroni, avocado, tomato, and green onions until well combined. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap; refrigerate until well chilled, at least 6 hours.
- 5
Stir in lettuce and bacon just before serving.
- Calories 447.26 kcal High 22%
- Protein 24.51 g Good Source 49%
- Carbohydrate 27.84 g 10%
- Total Fat 27.11 g High 35%
- Saturated Fat 6.21 g High 31%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 32.85 mg Moderate 11%
- Sodium 867.51 mg High 38%
- Dietary Fiber 3.31 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 3.9 g --
- Added Sugars 0.14 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 18.73 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 1.86 mg Moderate 10%
- Potassium 290.49 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 43.3 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 6.17 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin D 0.02 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Creamy BLT Macaroni Salad with Mayo is an American side dish recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Avocado Chunks, Bacon, Chicken Bouillon, and Diced Tomatoes. Each serving provides about 447.26 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creamy BLT Macaroni Salad with Mayo?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Creamy BLT Macaroni Salad with Mayo made of?
- The main ingredients are Avocado Chunks, Bacon, Chicken Bouillon, Diced Tomatoes, Green Onion. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Creamy BLT Macaroni Salad with Mayo?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 447.26 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creamy BLT Macaroni Salad with Mayo easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Creamy BLT Macaroni Salad with Mayo healthy?
- Creamy BLT Macaroni Salad with Mayo has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 447.26 calories and 24.51 g of protein, or 49% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 867.51 mg (38% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.21 g (31% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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