Ranch Pasta Salad Bowl
Ranch Pasta Salad Bowl is a vibrant and refreshing summer dish that perfectly blends hearty pasta with crisp vegetables and creamy ranch dressing. Each bite offers a delightful crunch from fresh ingredients, making it an ideal choice for potlucks, picnics, or casual dinners. This easy-to-make salad is not only visually appealing but also customizable to suit your taste, ensuring everyone at the table will love it.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with all chopped vegetables.
- Add ranch dressing, shredded cheddar cheese, and bacon bits. Toss until well combined.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg