Description
This creamy ranch pasta salad combines al dente pasta, fresh vegetables, tangy dressing, and a smoky halal bacon alternative for a refreshing make-ahead dish perfect for gatherings or weeknight meals.
Ingredients
1 lb (16 oz) cooked pasta
1 cup ranch dressing, alcohol-free
1/4 cup halal turkey bacon or vegan bacon strips, quartered
1 cup cheddar cheese, cubed
1 cup green peas, thawed
2 cups tomatoes, diced
2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
Combine cooked pasta, ranch dressing, and bacon alternative in a large bowl
Add tomatoes, green onions, thawed green peas, and cheddar cheese
Toss gently using a rubber spatula until evenly coated
Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld
Notes
Toss pasta with a bit of olive oil after cooking to prevent clumping
Blot excess moisture from cooked pasta with paper towels for a drier texture
Store ranch dressing separately and add before serving for best texture
Double the ranch dressing if preferred for a heartier flavor
Add salt to tomatoes for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture before adding
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg