Creamy High Protein Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
A delightful pasta salad packed with creamy Greek yogurt, crispy bacon, and fresh vegetables, offering a boost of protein for your summer picnics or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
- 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the Bacon: Cook bacon until crispy, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix the Creamy Base: Combine Greek yogurt, ranch dressing, and salt and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Combine It All: Add pasta, bacon, tomatoes, cucumber, and onion to the mixing bowl, and fold until well combined.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Great for meal prep and can last in the fridge for 3-4 days. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: pasta salad, bacon ranch, protein salad, summer salad, creamy pasta