Description
Ranch Pasta Salad is a creamy, flavorful dish that combines tri-color rotini pasta with fresh vegetables and a tangy homemade ranch dressing. Perfect for summer BBQs, potlucks, or family gatherings, this salad is quick to prepare and sure to be a hit with both kids and adults. In just 23 minutes, you can whip up this vibrant side that not only tastes delicious but also looks great on any table. With its customizable ingredients, you can make it your own by adding your favorite veggies or proteins. Chill it before serving for an even better flavor experience. Enjoy the delightful taste of ranch in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz tri-color rotini pasta
- 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 medium cucumber, chopped
- 1 ½ cups broccoli florets, finely diced
- 8 oz sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 oz packet ranch seasoning
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the tri-color rotini in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta with diced bell pepper, cucumber, and broccoli.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir until well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg