Description
This refreshing Steak + Pasta Salad is a delightful combination of savory flavors and vibrant textures, making it an ideal choice for any meal or occasion. Perfect for using up leftover steak, this dish features tender pasta, crisp asparagus, and a creamy dressing that ties everything together beautifully. Great for summer nights, picnics, or meal prep, this salad is versatile enough to be enjoyed year-round. The protein-packed ingredients ensure you stay satisfied while enjoying a nutritious option without sacrificing taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bite-sized pasta (fusilli or lumaconi)
- 15 to 18 spears asparagus
- 1 cup cooked and seasoned steak (sliced thinly)
- ½ cup cooked turkey bacon (chopped)
- ⅓ cup shredded parmigiano reggiano
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Strain and cool under cold water.
- Chop the asparagus into 1–1.5 inch sections and steam for 3-5 minutes until bright green and tender.
- In a medium bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and apple cider vinegar.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with the dressing until coated. Add steak pieces, turkey bacon, asparagus, and parmigiano reggiano; toss well.
- Serve immediately with cracked black pepper or refrigerate for later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 60mg