Description
A delightful blend of tri-color rotini pasta, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing, perfect for gatherings and easy meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces tri-color rotini pasta
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 ounce dry ranch dressing mix
- 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 4.25-ounce can sliced black olives, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the rotini in boiling water for about 8 minutes until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, and a splash of milk until smooth.
- Add the cooled pasta to the dressing and stir in the bacon pieces, diced tomatoes, black olives, and cheddar cheese; toss gently to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For added freshness, consider using freshly cooked bacon and experimenting with herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg