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Delicious Turkey Club Pasta Salad with turkey, bacon, and fresh vegetables.

Turkey Club Pasta Salad

A bright, weekday-friendly pasta salad that transforms a club sandwich into a deliciously creamy and crunchy side dish, perfect for potlucks and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Proteins
  • 8 oz pasta Short pasta like rotini or fusilli works best.
  • 1 cup cooked turkey, diced Use cooked turkey breast or dark meat.
  • 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled Crispy bacon adds smoky crunch.
Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Adds fresh flavor.
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced Provides crunch.
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced Soak in cold water to reduce sharpness.
Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Use full-fat mayo for creaminess.
  • 1/4 cup sour cream Adds tanginess.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard Provides flavor balance.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust as needed.
  • optional Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook the pasta until just al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Combine solids: In a large bowl, mix the cooled pasta with diced turkey, crumbled bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and red onion. Toss gently.
Dressing
  1. Make the dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
Assembly
  1. Toss pasta with dressing: Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss until the pasta is coated.
  2. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
  3. Garnish and serve: Fluff the salad, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve cold.

Notes

Best served cold and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Don't freeze with vegetables due to texture concerns.