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Pasta Ranch Salad – 4th of July Picnic

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Pasta Ranch Salad is the perfect dish for your 4th of July picnic, combining tender pasta with crunchy vegetables and a creamy ranch dressing. This vibrant salad bursts with summer flavors and is sure to impress friends and family at any outdoor gathering. Easy to prepare and delightful to enjoy, it’s a must-have for those warm, festive days.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups uncooked pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 1 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers (any color), diced
  • ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup cooked bacon bits (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare the vegetables by chopping the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion into uniform sizes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped vegetables; toss gently.
  4. Add ranch dressing generously and stir until everything is well coated.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
  6. Serve in a festive bowl, adding bacon bits on top if desired.
  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg