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A bowl of Carbonara Pasta Salad in a large bowl with a spoon
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5 from 1 vote

Carbonara Pasta Salad

This Carbonara Pasta Salad is creamy, decadent, and so good! Bacon, peas, and red onion are combined with a creamy pecorino sauce and tossed with pasta.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Bacon, Carbonara, Chickpeas, Pasta Salad, Red Onion
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 16 oz orecchiette pasta, cooked
  • 1 lb bacon, cooked, grease drained and roughly chopped
  • 2 cups frozen peas, thawed
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped

For the dressing:

  • 2 cups mayonnaise
  • 6 oz shredded pecorino cheese
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine all dressing ingredients and whisk completely to combine.
  • Add cooked pasta, cooked and chopped bacon, red onion, and peas. Toss completely to combine.
  • You can enjoy it immediately, or else this pasta salad can be stored up to 3 days in advance.