This is a very flavorful bacon ranch pasta salad. The crisp cooked bacon really adds a nice flavor. I get requests for this popular side dish for every get-together and cookout.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Calories
336 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
Step 2
Place bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook until evenly brown. Drain and chop.
Step 3
Mix mayonnaise, ranch dressing mix, garlic pepper, and garlic powder together in a large bowl. Stir in milk until smooth.
Step 4
Place rotini, bacon, tomato, black olives, and cheese in a bowl and toss to coat with dressing. Cover and chill at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. Toss with additional milk if the salad seems a little dry.
Ingredients
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 large tomato, chopped
10 slices bacon
½ cup milk, or as needed
3 tablespoons dry ranch salad dressing mix
1 (12 ounce) package uncooked tri-color rotini pasta
