Description
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is a creamy, savory delight that combines the irresistible flavors of ranch dressing, crispy bacon, and colorful rotini pasta. This dish is perfect for any occasion—be it potlucks, picnics, or backyard barbecues—and is sure to impress your guests. The vibrant colors from fresh vegetables and the crunchy texture of bacon make this salad not only delicious but also visually appealing. Easy to prepare and even better when made ahead, this pasta salad is a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces tri-color rotini pasta
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 ounce dry ranch dressing mix
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 4.25 ounces sliced black olives, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the rotini in a large pot of boiling water for about 8 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch mix, garlic powder, and milk until smooth.
- Combine the cooled pasta with the dressing and mix in bacon, tomato, olives, and cheddar cheese.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to let flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 45mg