Description
A rich and creamy pasta salad featuring al dente rotini, crispy bacon, and vibrant veggies, perfect for summer picnics or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rotini pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ranch dressing, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, green onions, and peas. Fold in the dressing until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For best flavor, allow the salad to chill longer before serving. Customize with your favorite cheeses or additional veggies as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg