ranch pasta salad
A creamy and flavorful pasta salad perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 pound pasta rotini or penne recommended
- 1 cup broccoli florets chopped
- 0.5 cup red onion finely diced
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
Ranch Dressing
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix packet
- 2 tablespoons milk or buttermilk
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, broccoli florets, red onion, cheddar cheese, and fresh parsley.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch seasoning mix, and milk until smooth.
- Pour the ranch dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
This pasta salad can be made ahead of time. For a thicker dressing, use less milk.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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