Description
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is a delightful combination of creamy ranch dressing, crispy bacon, and colorful vegetables, making it an irresistible dish for any occasion. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or casual family dinners, this pasta salad is both easy to prepare and incredibly flavorful. The creamy dressing perfectly coats the tri-color rotini, while fresh ingredients like tomatoes and olives add a burst of color and taste. Whether you serve it as a light main course or a savory side dish, this pasta salad is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully as it chills in the fridge before serving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces tri-color rotini pasta
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 ounce dry ranch dressing mix
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup milk
- 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 4.25 ounces sliced black olives
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and cook the tri-color rotini for about 8 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, and milk until smooth.
- Add cooled rotini to the dressing and mix in chopped bacon, diced tomato, drained olives, and cheddar cheese. Toss gently to combine.
- Cover the bowl or transfer to a refrigerator-safe container and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg