Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is a delicious and creamy dish with crunchy bacon and fresh veggies, perfect for picnics and potlucks.
Ingredients
Dressing
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1½ tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb medium shell pasta Cooked al dente
- 10 slices bacon Cooked and chopped
- 1½ cups grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup frozen baby peas, thawed
- ½ cup small cubed cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- to taste salt
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the pasta al dente according to package directions and drain well. Lightly rinse with cold water and drain again.
- Mix the mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, onion powder, chives, dill, basil, and parsley in a medium bowl.
- Cover a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Lay the bacon slices in a single layer on the paper and bake at 375 degrees for 12-17 minutes or until crispy. Remove to paper towels to drain. Once cooled, coarsely chop the bacon.
- Add the cooked and drained pasta, cooked and chopped bacon, tomatoes, peas, cheddar, and green onions to a large bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the top and toss to coat. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Serve the Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad chilled as a side dish. It goes great with grilled meats or sandwiches. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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