Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad - Looking for an easy pasta salad recipe? This wholesome bacon ranch pasta salad is creamy, full of flavor and is perfect as a main dish, side dish or potluck recipe. This cold pasta salad is so simple to make.
Ingredients
For The Pasta
- 16 oz pasta
- 8 slices bacon, cut into small pieces before cooking
- 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
For The Ranch Dressing
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk (add more for desired consistency)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp dried dill
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 1 tbsp dried chives
- 1/4 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, parsley, chives, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the consistency with more milk if needed.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the cut bacon pieces until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the ranch dressing. Fold in the green peas, bacon, and cheddar cheese cubes.
- Serve immediately while warm, or chill for at least 30 minutes to enjoy as a cold pasta salad.
- *If refrigerated for several hours/overnight, double the dressing recipe and mix in additional dressing just before serving to refresh the flavors.