RANCH BROCCOLI PASTA SALAD

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Here's an easy summer salad for potlucks, ladies luncheons and picnics. Tricolor spiral pasta and broccoli florets are coated with a mild dressing and bits of bacon. Margie Shaw of Americus, Georgia sent the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta, cooked, rinsed and drained
3 cups broccoli florets
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fat-free milk
1 envelope reduced-fat ranch salad dressing mix
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the pasta, broccoli and onion. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, milk, salad dressing mix and salt. Add to pasta mixture; toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, stir in bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 523mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Smangele Dube
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit! It's a great recipe for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.


GreenDeadpool
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Ronaldo Hajong
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This salad is delicious! The ranch dressing is creamy and flavorful, and the broccoli and pasta are cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


DZINIGO GH
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and it's perfect for a crowd.


Roselyn Curtis
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This recipe is a keeper! I love the creamy ranch dressing and the broccoli and pasta are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Naomi Naledi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Sherwin Callender
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that you can use fresh or frozen broccoli, so it's a great recipe to have on hand.


Muhammad Habihadi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! The broccoli was cooked perfectly and the ranch dressing was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Samad Gafoor
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The salad was good, but the ranch dressing was a bit too sweet for my taste.


Holy Dap
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors are amazing and the salad is so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Choton Shil
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This broccoli pasta salad is delicious and easy to make! I had it for lunch today and it was the perfect light and refreshing meal. The ranch dressing is creamy and flavorful, and the broccoli and pasta are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be maki