Description
A delicious and creamy pasta salad with a ranch dressing that is perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cheddar cheese.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the ranch dressing and sour cream until well combined.
- Pour the dressing mixture over the pasta salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Add chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to taste, and mix well.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or olives for extra flavor.
- This salad can be made a day in advance for convenience.
- Adjust the amount of ranch dressing based on your preference for creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Creamy Ranch Pasta Salad, Potluck Salad, Easy Pasta Salad