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Creamy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad: A Must-Try Delight!

A delicious and creamy pasta salad featuring crispy bacon and a flavorful ranch dressing, perfect for gatherings and potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz rotini pasta
  • 6 slices of bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion diced
  • 1 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, crumbled bacon, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  3. Add the ranch dressing and mix until everything is well coated.
  4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or corn for extra flavor.
  • This salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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