Description
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is a delightful and creamy dish that brings together the rich flavors of ranch dressing and crispy bacon, making it an irresistible side for any gathering. With colorful rotini pasta and fresh vegetables, this salad not only looks great but also tastes amazing. Easy to prepare, it’s perfect for busy cooks who want to impress guests at picnics, potlucks, or family dinners. Allowing the salad to chill enhances its flavor, making each bite even more enjoyable. Customize it with your favorite ingredients for a personal touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces tri-color rotini pasta
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 ounce dry ranch dressing mix
- 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1 can sliced black olives (4.25 ounces), drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, and milk until smooth.
- Add cooled pasta to the bowl and mix in bacon, tomato, olives, and cheddar cheese. Toss gently to combine.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg