Best 5 Ranch Bacon And Parmesan Pasta Salad Recipes
Are you looking for a quick and easy dish that is perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or even a simple family dinner? Look no further than Ranch Bacon and Parmesan Pasta Salad! This delicious pasta salad is loaded with flavor from the creamy ranch dressing, crispy bacon, and Parmesan cheese. Plus, it's made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand.
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BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD
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
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 :
BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD
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
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
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
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
PARMESAN RANCH PASTA SALAD
This is a great little throw-together if you need a quick side dish. Can be served hot or cold. And the best part is, it's all ingredients that you have in your cupboard!
Provided by ShortyBond
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 15m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Boil macaroni in water until tender.
- Mix macaroni with remaining ingredients.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.9, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 14.6, Sodium 357.3, Carbohydrate 48.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.5, Protein 9.1
CREAMY BACON-RANCH PASTA SALAD
Simple flavors are quick and tasty. Nice change if your tired of making or bringing potato or green salads! Warning: you will be asked to make it again and again.
Provided by Misty Bryant
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix mayo and ranch seasoning until well blended.
- Set aside.
- In large bowl combine pasta, tomatos, cucumbers, and mayo mixture.
- Add salt, pepper, and bacon bits.
- Let pasta salad set 4-6 hours or overnight if possible.
- Add more mayo if needed before serving (the creamier the better!).
- Serve chilled.
- My husband is a cheese lover and likes me to add 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar.
- For a change of color, I use garden blend spiral pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276, Fat 12.5, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 31.4, Sodium 664.8, Carbohydrate 25.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.7, Protein 15
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. This means using fresh vegetables, herbs, and cheese, and a good quality olive oil.
- Don't overcook the pasta. It should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- If you don't have ranch dressing mix, you can make your own by combining 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives, 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- If you don't have Parmesan cheese, you can use another hard cheese, such as cheddar or mozzarella.
- This pasta salad can be served immediately, or it can be chilled for later. It's a great make-ahead dish for parties or picnics.
Conclusion:
This ranch bacon and Parmesan pasta salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta, and it's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this pasta salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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