Description
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is a creamy, savory dish that combines rotini pasta, crispy bacon, and vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a delicious ranch dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, and potlucks. With its delightful mix of textures and flavors, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Not only is it simple to prepare, but it can also be made ahead of time, allowing the ingredients to meld together for an even richer taste. Whether served as a side or main dish, Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is an irresistible addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz tri-color rotini pasta
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 oz dry ranch dressing mix
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup milk
- 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 4.25 oz can sliced black olives, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot of boiling water, cook the rotini pasta until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, blend mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, and milk until smooth.
- Combine the cooled pasta with the dressing mixture, then add bacon, tomato, olives, and cheese. Toss gently.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg