Description
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is a crowd-pleasing dish that combines the delightful textures of tri-color rotini pasta with the creamy richness of ranch dressing and savory bacon. This vibrant salad is perfect for any occasion, from casual picnics to festive potlucks. With a mix of fresh vegetables, crispy bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese, each bite bursts with flavor. The best part? It’s quick and easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy days or last-minute gatherings. Customize it with your favorite veggies for a personalized touch, and enjoy the creamy goodness that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz tri-color rotini pasta
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 oz dry ranch dressing mix
- 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1 can sliced black olives (4.25 oz), drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in a large pot of boiling water for about 8 minutes or until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, and milk until smooth.
- Add cooled pasta to the dressing and fold in chopped bacon, diced tomato, olives, and cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 38mg