CREAMY RANCH PASTA SALAD
My husband's favorite - he'll put away the whole batch in two days. Not the lightest pasta salad, but very tasty and refreshing on a hot day. This is a great side with sandwiches, chicken, burgers, etc., or it makes a good lunch by itself. This is very flexible, so feel free to add/omit veggies, adjust seasonings or increase/decrease dressing as you see fit.
Provided by Kevlarturtle
Categories Summer
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water. When pasta is almost tender (about 2 minutes from done) add broccoli. Return to a boil and continue cooking until pasta is al dente and broccoli is crisp-tender. Drain and rinse with cold water. Drain again and return to pot; add bell pepper and chill while preparing dressing.
- Prepare dressing by combining all ingredients in a medium-sized bowl and stirring thoroughly. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- When salad is cool enough, add cheese cubes (you don't want them to melt) and dressing. Stir well to combine and transfer to a large bowl or casserole dish. Serve chilled.
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Mlu Priyankara
[email protected]This pasta salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a hit at barbecues and picnics.
Billy McCartney
[email protected]This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or ham. I also like to add chopped vegetables, such as celery, onion, and bell peppers.
Ilyass Lamghari
[email protected]I love this pasta salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even just for a quick lunch.
Ibrahim Totangi
[email protected]This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before a party and it was perfect. The flavors had time to meld together and the pasta was still al dente.
Anene Kamsiyochi
[email protected]This pasta salad is amazing! The dressing is so creamy and tangy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!
ket camp
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The pasta salad is so creamy and flavorful. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.
Rajar Badshah
[email protected]This pasta salad is delicious! The creamy ranch dressing is the perfect complement to the pasta and vegetables. I also love the addition of bacon and cheese. I will definitely be making this again.
Jojo Spex
[email protected]I've made this pasta salad several times now, and it's always a hit. The dressing is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love that I can add different vegetables to change up the flavor profile.
Philerene Duffy
[email protected]This pasta salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually make a double batch because it goes so fast. I've also found that it's a great make-ahead dish. I'll often make it the night before a party or picnic.
Ricky Shelby
[email protected]This recipe is a great base for a customizable pasta salad. I like to add different vegetables, such as chopped broccoli, carrots, or bell peppers. I also sometimes use a different type of pasta, such as penne or rotini. The possibilities are endless
Jemima Barthelmy
[email protected]This creamy ranch pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The dressing was creamy and tangy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I also added some chopped bacon and shredded cheddar cheese, wh