Ranch Pasta Salad Recipe
This easy and flavorful Ranch Pasta Salad is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Packed with colorful vegetables, tender pasta, and a creamy ranch dressing, it’s the perfect dish for potlucks, picnics, or a simple weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Pasta Salad:
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 English cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
Ranch Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and black olives.
- Make Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch seasoning mix, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Pour the ranch dressing over the pasta and vegetables. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Chill: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize this salad by adding grilled chicken or bacon for extra protein.
- For a tangier dressing, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
- This salad can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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