Best Ranch Pasta Salad With Bacon Recipes

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BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD



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Creamy homemade ranch dressing coats every bite of pasta and vegetables in this Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad. Sprinkled throughout with bacon and cheddar cheese, you're sure to love it!

Provided by Mary Younkin

Categories     Main Course     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 ounces pasta shells
8 ounces frozen peas (thawed, about 1 1/2 cups)
6 ounces grape tomatoes (about 1 cup, halved)
4 ounces cheddar or Colby jack cheese (about 3/4 cup shredded)
1/2 pound bacon ( cooked and crumbled)
Optional: chopped avocado (for topping)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried chives
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1-2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package, adding a generous tablespoon or so of kosher salt to the water as it cooks. When the pasta is tender, rinse well with cold water. While the pasta is cooking, rinse the peas to thaw them.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, milk, dill, parsley, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add the lemon juice, taste, and add more lemon if desired.
  • Add the peas, cooked pasta, tomatoes, cheese, and bacon to the mixing bowl with the dressing. Stir gently to coat all the ingredients. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Stir again just before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 36 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 53 mg, Sodium 543 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD



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This is a very flavorful pasta salad. The crisp cooked bacon really adds a nice flavor. I get requests for this pasta salad for every get together and cook out.

Provided by Wilemon

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package uncooked tri-color rotini pasta
10 slices bacon
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons dry ranch salad dressing mix
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon garlic pepper
½ cup milk, or as needed
1 large tomato, chopped
1 (4.25 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • Place bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook until evenly brown. Drain and chop.
  • In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, and garlic pepper. Stir in milk until smooth. Place rotini, bacon, tomato, black olives and cheese in bowl and toss to coat with dressing. Cover and chill at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. Toss with additional milk if the salad seems a little dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 691.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

RANCH, BACON, AND PARMESAN PASTA SALAD



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A great side dish for the summer picnic. I made this on accident when I put some soup ingredients into the bowl instead of the stock pot. I doctored it up and added other ingredients, and voila! Use your favorite pasta shape.

Provided by Chef John Politte

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Farfalle Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 2h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
1 cup prepared ranch dressing
6 slices bacon
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 carrot, peeled and diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 red onion, diced

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the bow tie pasta and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink. Transfer to a bowl, and refrigerate until cool, at least 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate, let cool, and chop.
  • In a large salad bowl, stir together the ranch dressing, bacon, Parmesan cheese, carrot, celery, and red onion until well combined. Lightly stir in the cooled pasta to coat with dressing, and refrigerate 2 hours to blend flavors before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.8 calories, Carbohydrate 62.8 g, Cholesterol 26.8 mg, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 712.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD



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For a mouth-watering zesty side dish, try our Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad recipe. The cool and creamy goodness of this dish pairs perfectly with all summer-time meals.

Provided by Courtesy of Kim Demmon of Today's Creative Blog

Categories     Dinner

Time 41m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box (12 oz.) elbow macaroni
1 packet Hidden Valley® Original Ranch Salad® Dressing & Seasoning Mix
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
½ cup milk
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups grape tomatoes
1 package (8 or 9 slices) bacon
2 small cans olives
½ cup Parmesan cheese
1 cup cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Boil your pasta according to package instructions. You want the pasta to be al dente so it's not overcooked.
  • While your pasta is boiling, gather all your other ingredients.
  • In a medium bowl, mix up your Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Seasoning, Salad Dressing & Recipe Mix Packet with the mayo, sour cream, milk and garlic powder and set aside.
  • Place all other ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Once your pasta is finished, rinse under a cool stream of water until all the pasta is cool.
  • Place the pasta in with the other ingredients, add the dressing and toss until well-coated.
  • Chill or serve right away.

Nutrition Facts :

RANCH PASTA SALAD WITH BACON



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A delightful pasta salad with the great taste of bacon, cheddar cheese and a creamy sauce made from a packet of ranch dressing. My coworkers ask me to bring this to covered luncheons often. Time does not include chill time.

Provided by Crafty Lady 13

Categories     Brunch

Time 25m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package uncooked tri-colored rotini pasta
10 slices bacon
1 cup mayonnaise
1 (1 ounce) packet dry ranch dressing mix
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup milk (more, if needed)
1 large tomatoes, chopped or 15 grape tomatoes, cut in half
1 (3 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Stir in rotini pasta and cook for 10 to 12 minutes or until al dente, drain.
  • Place bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook until evenly brown. Drain and chop.
  • In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, ranch dressing mix and garlic powder. Stir in milk until smooth. Add bacon, tomato, black olives and cheese and toss to coat with dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover and chill at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. Toss with additional milk if the salad seems a little dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.3, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 31.4, Sodium 469.2, Carbohydrate 41.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 3.7, Protein 11.3

CHEESY BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD RECIPE



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Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups fusilli noodles
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup ranch dressing
4 green onions (chopped)
6 strips bacon (cooked and crumbled)
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 Tablespoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ranch dressing, green onions, bacon, garlic salt, onion powder, and pepper until well combined.
  • Add your cooled noodles and cheddar cheese.
  • Mix until well combined. Place in fridge for about 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 2152 kcal, Fat 95 g, SaturatedFat 42 g, Cholesterol 171 mg, Sodium 2701 mg, Carbohydrate 247 g, Sugar 20 g, Protein 70 mg

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