PASTA SALAD WITH FIDDLEHEADS, BACON, AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
A great way to use fiddlehead ferns. A very tasty late-spring salad. If you can't get fiddleheads you can always use green beans. This salad is great for a BBQ, picnic, or potluck!
Provided by Shannon O'Keefe
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the fusilli at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil into drained pasta; stir to coat.
- Bring a saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the fiddlehead ferns at a boil until tender, 3 to 5 minutes; drain. Rinse the fiddleheads in cold water to stop from further cooking; drain.
- Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Crumble the bacon once cool enough to handle.
- Toss the pasta, fiddlehead ferns, crumbled bacon, and cucumber together in a large bowl.
- Combine sun-dried tomatoes, egg yolk, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl. Stream about 1/3 of the vegetable oil into the mixture while whisking vigorously until the mixture begins to emulsify. Stream the remainder of the olive oil into the dressing while whisking; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing onto the pasta mixture; stir to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 749.7 calories, Carbohydrate 107.3 g, Cholesterol 29.3 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 224.2 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
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Crazzy
[email protected]This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover fiddleheads. It's also a great dish to serve at a potluck.
William McCabe
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so flavorful and the fiddleheads are a great addition.
Wilfred Johannes
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the salad is delicious. I especially love the tangy dressing.
Chioma Samson
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta, and it's also a great dish to take to potlucks.
Leanne Bell
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a light and refreshing summer salad. The fiddleheads add a nice crunch, and the bacon and sun-dried tomatoes add a lot of flavor.
Ramadan Abdurahim
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. It's a great make-ahead dish, and it's perfect for a crowd.
wenson okwero
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to introduce fiddleheads to your family. They're a healthy and delicious vegetable, and they add a unique flavor to this salad.
Khanfariy Abass
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fiddleheads, but I loved this salad. The bacon and sun-dried tomatoes really balance out the earthy flavor of the fiddleheads.
PINKY AKTER MITO
[email protected]This pasta salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are amazing and it's a great dish to serve at a special occasion dinner.
Gech Abebe
[email protected]I love the combination of fiddleheads, bacon, and sun-dried tomatoes. This salad is a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
Grant Olley
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fiddleheads. I had some from a previous dish and they worked perfectly in this salad.
caroline Ajong
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out beautifully. The fiddleheads were a bit tricky to clean, but it was worth the effort. The salad was a hit at my potluck, and I'll definitely be making it again.
sk8sk8
[email protected]This pasta salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The fiddleheads bring a unique earthy taste, while the bacon and sun-dried tomatoes add a savory smokiness. The dressing is light and tangy, perfectly complementing the other ingredients