Corn Pasta Salad with Bacon and Creamy Pesto Dressing

This Corn Pasta Salad with Bacon and Creamy Pesto Dressing is a delicious, easy-to-make dish that's perfect for picnics, parties, or as a light meal. With crispy bacon, sweet corn, and a creamy pesto dressing, this salad is a great crowd-pleaser and can be made in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

• 3 cups pasta (such as rotini or penne)
  
  

• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  
  

• 6 slices bacon
  
  

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
  
  

• ½ cup creamy pesto dressing (store-bought or homemade)
  
  

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  
  

• Salt and pepper to taste
  
  

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  
  

Directions

1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
   
   

2. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet, crumble, and set aside.
   
   

3. In the same skillet, add the corn and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly golden.
   
   

4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, corn, crumbled bacon, and pesto dressing. Stir to combine.
   
   

5. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
   
   

6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately, or refrigerate for later use.
   
   

Nutritional Value (per serving)

• Calories: 350 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 40 g
  
  

• Protein: 11 g
  
  

• Fat: 18 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 6 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 30 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 280 mg
  
  

• Potassium: 220 mg
  
  

• Fiber: 3 g
  
  

• Sugar: 5 g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 290 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 10 mg
  
  

• Calcium: 50 mg
  
  

• Iron: 1.5 mg