Looking for the perfect side dish?! Look no further, you’ll love this Cheesy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad that is perfect for those summer barbecues!
We think this is the best pasta salad, it has simple ingredients and we love the crisp bacon with the ranch mixture! It really is the perfect combination!
Ingredients needed to make Cheesy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad:
- Fusilli noodles (like THESE ones)
- Mayo
- Ranch dressing
- Green onions
- Crispy Bacon (cooked)
- Garlic salt
- Onion powder
- Pepper
- Cheddar cheese
How to make Cheesy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad Recipe:
- Cook noodles in a large pot of salted water, according to package directions (we like them a little al dente).
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, creamy ranch dressing, green onions, bacon, garlic salt, onion powder, and pepper until well combined.
- Add your cooled cooked pasta and cheddar cheese to large mixing bowl.
- Mix until well combined. Place in fridge for about 2 hours before serving this cold pasta salad.
- Store this easy pasta salad recipe in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. It tastes even better the next day!
Other ingredients you could add to this creamy pasta salad:
- Black Olives
- Red Onions
- Garlic Powder
- Greek Yogurt (in place of mayo)
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Sliced Chicken Breasts
- Fresh Herbs
- Grape Tomatoes
Have you tried Homemade Ranch Dressing?
We love to whip up homemade Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing! It’s so easy. You just need dry ranch dressing mix, good mayo and milk! Whisk it all together and you’ve got tasty homemade ranch. You can find directions for making it here.
Other crowd pleaser pasta salads you’ll want to try:
- TORTELLINI PASTA SALAD RECIPE
- COWBOY PASTA SALAD RECIPE
- THE BEST CREAMY PASTA SALAD RECIPE
- GRILLED CHICKEN BOW TIE PASTA SALAD RECIPE
- COPYCAT HUG-HES CHICKEN PASTA SALAD
- ITALIAN TORTELLINI PASTA SALAD
Summer BBQ Side Dishes:
- MOM’S EASY POTATO SALAD RECIPE
- COPYCAT CHIPOTLE CORN SALSA RECIPE
- GREEK YOGURT FRUIT SALAD RECIPE
- DEVILED EGG POTATO SALAD RECIPE
- BERRY CHEESECAKE FRUIT SALAD RECIPE
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CHEESY BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD RECIPE
Ingredients
- 4 cups fusilli noodles
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup ranch dressing
- 4 green onions (chopped)
- 6 strips bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt (or to taste)
- ½ Tablespoon onion powder (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package directions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ranch dressing, green onions, bacon, garlic salt, onion powder, and pepper until well combined.
- Add your cooled noodles and cheddar cheese.
- Mix until well combined. Place in fridge for about 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Black Olives
- Red Onions
- Garlic Powder
- Greek Yogurt (in place of mayo)
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Sliced Chicken Breasts
- Fresh Herbs
- Grape Tomatoes
Nutrition
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
Recipe Details
There you have it! This Cheesy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is bursting with flavor and ready to steal the show at any gathering. From summer BBQs to potluck dinners, this easy recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. But don’t be fooled by its simplicity – this pasta salad can easily be the star of the show. Serve it as a satisfying main dish for a light lunch or dinner, or present it as an easy side dish alongside grilled meats or summer salads.
For your convenience, we’ve included a handy printable recipe card below with the full ingredient list and detailed instructions. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to whip up this delicious pasta salad!
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