Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta (rotini, shells, or elbow macaroni)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked, crumbled bacon
- 1 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water until completely cooled.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ranch dressing, milk, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Step 3: Add the cooled pasta, bacon, and cherry tomatoes to the dressing mixture.
- Step 4: Gently stir to combine all ingredients, ensuring the pasta is well coated with the dressing.
- Step 5: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Store leftover Ranch Pasta Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This salad is best served cold, and doesn't generally reheat well.
- Serve chilled Ranch Pasta Salad as a side dish for barbecued chicken or grilled hamburgers.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of pickle juice to the dressing!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American