Fall Harvest Pasta Salad: Easy Comfort with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
A delicious blend of flavors and textures, this Fall Harvest Pasta Salad with turkey bacon and chicken ham is the perfect comfort food for a cozy night.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stirring
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 8 ounces pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup cooked chicken ham, diced
- 1 cup butternut squash, cubed
- 1/2 cup cranberries
- 1/4 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, add cubed butternut squash and cook until tender.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, turkey bacon, chicken ham, butternut squash, cranberries, pecans, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute any of the ingredients based on your preference or dietary restrictions.
- Add additional vegetables like spinach or kale for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Fall Harvest Pasta Salad, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon, Chicken Ham