Description
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is a delightful, creamy dish that will steal the show at any gathering. Loaded with tri-color rotini, crispy bacon, and a tangy ranch dressing, this pasta salad combines rich flavors and textures for a truly satisfying experience. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or family dinners, it’s quick to prepare and can be customized with your favorite veggies or proteins. With its kid-approved taste and make-ahead convenience, this salad is destined to become a staple in your recipe collection.
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 pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, and milk until smooth.
- Add the cooled pasta to the dressing and stir in bacon, diced 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: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg