Creamy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish that is packed with crispy smoky bacon, tender pasta, and loads of fresh veggies. It’s the perfect, quick dish for potlucks, summer barbecues, or easy lunches!

Prep Time 10minutes mins
Cook Time 15minutes mins
Total Time 25minutes mins
Servings 6
Calories 451

Ingredients

• 8 ounces small pasta shells about 2 cups
• 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 -1 ounce package ranch seasoning
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
• 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded or cubed
• 1 cup frozen peas thawed
• 2 green onions sliced
• Crumbled croutons for the top optional

Instructions

Cook pasta according to the pkg directions, drain, and set aside.
In a large skillet, add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy; remove to a paper towel to drain.
In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, and ranch until combined.
In a large bowl, add in the pasta, cooked bacon, tomatoes, peas, and cheese. Add in the dressing and mix until combined.
Cover and chill for 1 hour. Sprinkle crouton crumbles and sliced green onions just before serving.

Notes
Any short cut pasta will work.

Nutrition
Serving: 6Servings
Calories: 451kcal
Carbohydrates: 23g
Protein: 23g
Fat: 52g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 34g
Cholesterol: 83mg
Sodium: 1417mg
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 4g