Description
Pea Pasta Salad is a creamy, vibrant dish that combines fresh ingredients and hearty flavors, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. This delicious salad features mini pasta shells tossed with sweet peas, crispy bacon, and a tangy ranch dressing, creating a delightful blend of textures and tastes that is sure to please your guests. Whether you’re hosting a summer BBQ, attending a potluck, or simply looking for a quick side dish to elevate your meal, this recipe is both easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying. Enjoy it chilled for the best flavor experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz mini pasta shells (cooked and cooled)
- 2 cups frozen peas (thawed)
- 1 cup real mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 6 strips bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning
Instructions
- Cook bacon until crispy; chop into small pieces.
- Boil pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise and ranch seasoning.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, bacon, cooled pasta shells, and peas to the bowl.
- Stir gently with a spatula until evenly mixed and coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to enhance flavors.
- Top with extra cheese and bacon if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg