Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad Recipe

Warmer weather means BBQ and salads for my family. There is nothing better than watching the kids play while my hubby and I prepare dinner outdoors, then a gathering around the picnic table. That family time is so important and why waste a minute of it with lengthy meal prep? Our Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad takes less than 10 minutes to create and offers a prefect balance of tangy and crunch. This is one of those go-to side dishes my entire family enjoys!

Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

Ingredients:

  • 1lb. Tricolor Pasta
  • 1/2 cup of bacon (chopped)
  • 1 whole tomato (diced)
  • 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar
  • 2/3 cup of ranch dressing

Directions:

  1. Cook pasta according to directions. Drain.
  2. Add bacon, tomato, cheese and dressing. Stir until well coated.
  3. Can be served warm or chilled.
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad Recipe
Recipe Type: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Author: Teri ‘Iowa Mom’
Prep time:
Cook time:
Total time:
Serves: 6
Ingredients
  • 1lb. Tricolor Pasta
  • 1/2 cup of bacon (chopped)
  • 1 whole tomato (diced)
  • 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar
  • 2/3 cup of ranch dressing
Instructions
  1. Cook pasta according to directions. Drain.
  2. Add bacon, tomato, cheese and dressing. Stir until well coated.
  3. Can be served warm or chilled.

 

Mom to Bed by 8 Recipes

About the author
Mrs. Hatland is a 30-something married, mom of 7 and the face behind the popular online publication, Motherhood Defined. Known as the Iowa Mom blogger by her local peers and “The Fairy Blogmother” worldwide. She has professional experience in working closely with clients on brand ambassadorships, client outreach services, content creation and creative social media advertising exposure.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *