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Ranch Pasta Salad

Ranch Pasta Salad Recipe

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 535
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb rotini pasta
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 small broccoli crown, cut into small florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook rotini in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, and ranch seasoning until smooth and season with black pepper.
  3. Dice bell pepper, halve tomatoes, chop onion, and cut broccoli into small florets.
  4. Toss cooled pasta, vegetables, and cheddar with most of the dressing until fully coated.
  5. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes, then stir and spoon into a serving bowl. Top with crumbled bacon and serve cold.

Notes

The salad benefits from a full hour of chilling, so plan ahead if you can. If the dressing tightens overnight, stir in a splash of milk to bring back its creamy texture. Keep the bacon crunchy by adding it only when you serve.