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Fall Harvest Pasta Salad with Turkey Bacon for a Cozy Meal

Fall Harvest Pasta Salad
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A delicious and cozy fall-inspired pasta salad featuring savory turkey bacon, roasted vegetables, and a tangy dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces bow tie pasta
  • 4 strips turkey bacon
  • 1 cup butternut squash, diced
  • 1 cup Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  3. On a baking sheet, toss diced butternut squash and Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25 minutes until tender.
  4. While vegetables roast, cook turkey bacon in a pan until crispy. Remove and chop.
  5. In a large bowl, combine pasta, roasted vegetables, bacon, cranberries, red onion, and feta cheese.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour over the salad and toss to combine.
  7. Serve warm or refrigerate for later.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute turkey bacon with mushroom bacon or omit entirely.
  • This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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