Best 10 Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad Recipes

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Craving a delectable and satisfying dish that combines the irresistible flavors of bacon, creamy ranch, and tender pasta? Look no further! Bacon ranch pasta salad is a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds with its perfect balance of savory, creamy, and tangy elements. This crowd-pleasing salad is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize it to your liking. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or one with a unique twist, there's a bacon ranch pasta salad out there that will hit the spot. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for this delightful dish.

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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

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

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

CHICKEN BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD



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This delicious pasta salad has all the familiar flavors of chicken, bacon and ranch. Yoghurt is substituted for the traditional mayonnaise in this recipe.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 cups uncooked rotini pasta (8 oz)
1 1/2 cups chopped deli rotisserie chicken
1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon
1 1/2 cups chopped plum (Roma) tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1 1/4 cups Mountain High™ whole milk plain yoghurt
1/4 cup lowfat (1%) milk
1 package (1 oz) ranch salad dressing & seasoning mix
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package; rinse with cold water. In large bowl, mix pasta, chicken, bacon, tomatoes and green onions.
  • In small bowl, using whisk, beat yoghurt, milk, ranch dressing mix and black pepper. Add to pasta mixture; stir until mixture is incorporated.
  • Cover and refrigerate 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 670 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEESY BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD



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Working at a pizza shop in high school, I loved a recipe similar to this. After years of trying to duplicate it, I think I've come about as close as I'm going to get, and I love it. There are many variations on ingredients that will make it healthier, but I suggest trying the original first since it is sinfully delicious.

Provided by 921195

Categories     Pork

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (20 ounce) package cheese tortellini
1 lb bacon
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) package cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup ranch dressing (more may be used according to personal preference)

Steps:

  • Slice bacon into thin strips (1/2 - 1 inches in width). Separate slices and place into a preheated frying pan.
  • While bacon is browning, prepare the tortellini's according to the package's directions. When the tortellini's are fully cooked, run under cool water, drain, and set aside to cool.
  • When the bacon is fully cooked, carefully drain the grease and spread the bacon pieces onto paper towels to remove excess grease. Set aside to cool.
  • Slice the tomatoes in half.
  • In a large bowl, combine the tortellini's, bacon, tomatoes, cheese and ranch dressing. Stir to combine.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least one hour, but as much as 2 days.
  • When ready to serve, you may add the extra ranch dressing if you wish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 746.4, Fat 55.7, SaturatedFat 19.4, Cholesterol 106.2, Sodium 1181.6, Carbohydrate 36.9, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3, Protein 23.9

BACON BROCCOLI RANCH PASTA SALAD



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Yummy! This is a great dish to take to barbecues, football parties, pot lucks. **I have no idea the # of ounces, but you want the large size Ranch (not the jumbo, just large) and the regular package of penne pasta.

Provided by Tina A

Categories     Penne

Time 45m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta
1 head broccoli
1 lb crisp bacon, crumbled
1 (16 ounce) bottle Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Dressing
2 (2 1/4 ounce) cans black olives
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Fry bacon crisp & crumble. You don't want it to still be hot when you add it to pasta salad.
  • Boil pasta according to package instructions.
  • While pasta is boiling, cut broccoli into bite size florets.
  • Rinse pasta in cold water & drain.
  • In large mixing bowl combine pasta, broccoli, olives, ranch dressing to taste, crumbled bacon and salt & pepper.
  • (grated chees & grated carrots are nice variations.).
  • Chill before serving. I like to make it the day before I plan to serve it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 593.7, Fat 45.4, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 62.6, Sodium 1629.8, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 2.9, Protein 21

EASY BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD



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Super Easy Pasta Salad with Peas, Bacon, and Carrots! Can add in diced tomatoes or shredded cheddar as well!

Provided by Nikki S

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup bacon bits
3/4 cup ranch dressing
3/4 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cups frozen peas
1 cup shredded carrot
1 lb medium shell pasta

Steps:

  • Combine all together with cooked pasta that has been rinsed and drained. Chill at least 2 hours before serving. Can use Tastefully Simple Bacon Bacon as substitute for bacon bits.

CHICKEN-BACON-RANCH PASTA SALAD



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Add creamy ranch dressing and crunchy bacon to this chicken and pasta dish, and you'll have a fast-prep option for a grill-out dinner or a potluck.

Provided by Angie McGowan

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 slices bacon, diced
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 package (1 lb) cavatappi pasta
1 cup frozen sweet peas (from 12-oz bag)
1 cup chopped carrots
6 green onions, sliced
1 cup ranch dressing
1 large tomato, diced

Steps:

  • In large skillet, cook bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels. In bacon drippings, cook chicken over medium-high heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink in center. Remove from heat; cool.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package, adding peas and carrots during last 3 minutes of cooking time. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool.
  • In large bowl, toss bacon, chicken and onions. Add pasta, peas and carrots. Add dressing; toss to combine. Garnish with tomato. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

TURKEY-CRANBERRY BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD



Turkey-Cranberry Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad image

Turkey and cranberry make this pasta salad a delicious hit. With Betty Crocker® Suddenly Salad® ranch and bacon salad mix you can have this flavorful dinner ready in just 25 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box (7.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® ranch and bacon salad mix
1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 1/2 cups cubed (1/2 inch) cooked turkey breast
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries
4 oz provolone cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (1 cup)
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Fill 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of water; heat to boiling. Add Pasta. Gently boil, uncovered, 12 minutes, stirring occasionally; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well.
  • In large bowl, combine Seasoning mix from packet and mayonnaise. Stir in turkey, celery, cranberries and cheese until well mixed. Stir in cooked pasta. Transfer to serving dish. Top with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 510 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by bighillystyle

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
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic pepper
1/2 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.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh vegetables, crispy bacon, and a flavorful dressing will make all the difference.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. It should be al dente, with a slight bite to it.
  • Let the pasta salad cool completely before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the salad will be easier to handle.
  • Garnish the pasta salad with fresh herbs or vegetables before serving for a pop of color and flavor.
  • Store leftover pasta salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Bacon ranch pasta salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a pasta salad that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give bacon ranch pasta salad a try!

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