Creamy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
Apr 12, 2025 01:56 PM
Creamy, delicious Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad made with crispy bacon, fresh veggies, and a zesty ranch dressing. Perfect for potlucks and summer BBQs!
Okay, real talk—Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is the kind of recipe that disappears fast. I brought this to a family cookout once, and it barely made it to the table before people started digging in. I stood back, plate in hand, watching it vanish. That’s when I knew I had a keeper on my hands.
If you’re looking for the ultimate cold pasta salad to bring to your next BBQ, picnic, or potluck, this Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is your new best friend. It’s creamy, savory, and packed with crisp veggies, crispy bacon, and that classic ranch flavor we all secretly (or not-so-secretly) love. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to make, perfect for prepping ahead, and one of my favorite easy potluck ideas for parties!
Ingredients:
Salad
- 16 ounces Pasta, any shape we prefer fusilli
- 1.5 pounds Bacon, cooked
- 16 ounces Cherry or grape tomatoes
- 4 ounces Broccoli crowns
- 1 tablespoon Finely chopped Red onion
Dressing
- 1.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons Ranch seasoning
- 2 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- 4-6 tablespoons Water
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
10 minutes
Total Time:
85 minutes
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