Ranch Pasta Salad
This ranch pasta salad is so refreshing on a summer day. Make this to enjoy with family and friends for any gathering. The ranch dressing is delicious too!
Servings: 10
Ingredients
- 8 ounces salad rotini pasta could use any kind of pasta you like
- 1 can medium pitted ripe olives weight 6 ounces, drained, chopped
- 1/4 cup real bacon bits
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup green onion chopped (or about 3 onions)
- 12 cherry tomatoes cut in half (could use more or 1 large tomato, chopped and drained)
- 1 cup cucumber coarsely chopped
Ranch Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing your preference
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon dillweed
Instructions
- Prepare pasta according to package directions for salad pasta draining and running under cold water. Let pasta cool while you prepare other ingredients.
- Mix all together in a large salad bowl and add homemade ranch dressing made with recipe below. Let cool in refrigerator for several hours before serving or overnight. Makes about 10 to 12 servings. Serve over lettuce or as is. (Note: This salad will keep in the refrigerator for several days. If becomes dry after a few days, add more mayo.)
Dressing Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl. Makes about 1 cup dressing. Pour over pasta salad
Notes
Can easily add cooked chicken, pepperoni, salami, ham, etc.