Ingrédients pour Bacon Broccoli Ranch Pasta Salad
- 1 (16 ounce) package Penne Pasta
- 1 head Broccoli, chopped
- 10 slices Bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
- 1 (16 ounce) bottle Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dressing
- Black Olives, to taste
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped Red Onion (optional)
- 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar Cheese (optional)
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Comment préparer Bacon Broccoli Ranch Pasta Salad
- Cook penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool quickly. Set aside.
- While pasta cooks, cook bacon until crispy. Remove from pan and crumble. Set aside.
- Steam or boil broccoli florets until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Drain well and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, crumbled bacon, broccoli, ranch dressing, mayonnaise (if using), red onion (if using), and cheddar cheese (if using).
- Gently toss to combine all ingredients.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add salt and pepper to your preference.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. This salad tastes even better the next day!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
67 g
Sugar
11g
Fat
51g
Carbs
8g
