BLT Pasta Salad for #SundaySupper

Today we are celebrating Pool Parties.  The weather has been hot and steamy here in Michigan, perfect for a pool party.  I love summer parties.  They are so easy.  The host throws some hot dogs or hamburgers on the grill, everyone brings a favorite side dish, appetizer or dessert and you can just relax, visit and enjoy the beautiful weather.

This fun event is being hosted by the Sunday Supper Movement.    Sunday Supper Movement is on a mission to bring back Sunday Supper for families in every home.  They do this by gathering up a bunch of great bloggers, giving them a theme and having them post recipes that are easy and accessible to all home cooks.

I decided to bring a side dish to today's party.  One of my favorite things about summer is pulling a tomato warm from the garden and making up a BLT sandwich to enjoy for lunch or a light dinner.  I couldn't very well bring a pile of BLT's to the party so I thought I would bring the flavors of a BLT in a pasta salad.  In this recipe the L stands for leaves instead of lettuce and the leaves I decided to use are spinach leaves.  Fresh Spinach, Juicy Tomatoes, Crisp Bacon and Pasta are tossed in a light, tangy dressing.  The perfect side dish for whatever is on the grill.

BLT Pasta Salad

1 lb rotini pasta, cooked per package directions and rinsed with cold water

1 bunch baby spinach, leaves only washed and dried

1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

4 slices thick cut bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled

1 c. Miracle Whip or Mayo

1 T. Dill paste 

salt and pepper to taste

2 T. apple cider vinegar

2 T. milk

In a small bowl, combine Miracle Whip or Mayo, dill, salt, pepper, vinegar and milk, whisking until combined and smooth.

Place remaining ingredients in a large bowl.  Add the dressing and toss with clean hands until well combined.  Print Recipe

Take a look at what the others have brought to this party!

Refreshing Beverages and Cocktails:

• Beermosas by eating in instead
• Cantaloupe Margaritas by Palatable Pastime
• Ginger Peach Sangria with Plums by Whole Food | Real Families
• Lime and Ginger Cordial by Jane's Adventures in Dinner
• Lime in the Coconut Caipirinha by Cosmopolitan Cornbread
• Limeade Splash by Our Good Life
• Mojito Slush by Life Tastes Good
• Pear and Cranberry Orange Cocktail by Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
• Spiked Blackberry Lemonade by Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch

Appealing Appetizers and Snacks:

• Chip and Dip Sunflowers by Cindy's Recipes and Writings
• Coconut Key Lime Cheesecake Dip by The Crumby Cupcake
• Eggplant, Spinach and White Bean Dip with Homemade Cheddar Crackers by Caroline's Cooking
• Grilled Spicy Shrimp with Pineapple Aioli by A Gouda Life
• Low-Carb Turkey Club Bites by Momma's Meals
• Roasted Jalapeno Hummus by Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen
• Spicy Cheesy Corn Dip by Brunch with Joy
• Tropical Fruit with Moscato Glaze Quesadilla by Seduction in the Kitchen
• Zesty Tex-Mex Shrimp Cocktail by The Weekend Gourmet

Super Sides and Salads:

• BLT Pasta Salad by A Day in the Life on a Farm
• Mexican Three Bean Salad by Tasting Page
• Olive Tomato Salad by Magnolia Days
• Superfood Crunch Salad by Food Done Light

Tempting Desserts and Sweets:

• 5 Fantastic Fruit Pops by Sunday Supper Movement
• Butter Pecan M&M's Magic Bars by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
• Pink Lemonade Cupcakes by Sew You Think You Can Cook
• Oatmeal Toffee Cookies by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
• Sour Cherry Crumb Cake by Pies and Plots
• Swim Ring Cakes by The Freshman Cook

Join the #SundaySupper conversation on twitter on Sunday! We tweet throughout the day and share recipes from all over the world. Our weekly chat starts at 7:00 pm ET. Follow the #SundaySupper hashtag and remember to include it in your tweets to join in the chat. To get more great Sunday Supper Recipes, visit our website or check out our Pinterest board. Would you like to join the Sunday Supper Movement? It’s easy. You can sign up by clicking here: Sunday Supper Movement.