Ranch, Bacon, and Parmesan Pasta Salad

This tangy, crunchy-crisp, savory chilled salad is a flavorful twist on classic pasta salad. The satisfying blend of textures makes it the perfect side.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 584 Calories

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon
• 1 stalk celery, diced
• 1 red onion, diced
• 1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
• 1 carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 cup prepared ranch dressing
• 0.5 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until slightly firm. Drain, rinsing with cold water until cool. Transfer to a large bowl and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 2

Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon on a paper towel-lined plate. Chop when cool.

Step 3

Combine dressing, bacon, Parmesan cheese, carrot, celery, and red onion in a large bowl. Fold in pasta to coat. Refrigerate to blend flavors, about 2 hours.