Description
Creamy Pasta Salad is a delightful dish perfect for gatherings or a quick meal. This recipe combines tender bowtie pasta with a creamy ranch dressing and a variety of fresh ingredients for a flavorful and satisfying salad.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning (from a 1 oz. packet)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Pasta Salad
- 12 oz box bowtie pasta (cooked and drained according to box instructions)
- 7 oz smoked uncured ham steak, diced
- 1 cup cheddar-monterey jack cheese block, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, seeds removed and diced
- 1 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, whole milk, white vinegar, ranch seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper. Reserve ½ cup of the dressing and set aside to thicken.
- Prepare the Pasta Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked bowtie pasta with the remaining dressing. Add the ham, cheese, cucumber, red onion, and grape tomatoes. Toss until well coated.
- Chill and Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- You can customize this salad by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins.
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
