Best Spinach Ranch Bacon Pasta Salad Recipes

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SPINACH PASTA SALAD



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Tangy, garlicky, peppery pasta salad stays fresh for days making it perfect for lunches throughout the week or for an easy make-ahead dinner.

Provided by Mary Younkin

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces bowtie pasta
1/2 very small red onion (thinly sliced and cut into 1-inch pieces, about 1/4 cup)
3 large cloves garlic (minced)
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 cups baby spinach
2 cups grape tomatoes (halved)
grated fresh Parmesan (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil along with 1 tablespoon kosher salt. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain, but do not rinse the pasta.
  • While the pasta is cooking, place the onions and garlic in a large mixing bowl. Add the olive oil and vinegar to cover the onions. When the pasta has been drained, add it to the mixing bowl and toss well. Add the tomatoes and spinach.
  • Toss everything together to mix well and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Taste the salad and add more salt and pepper, as needed. Sprinkle with Parmesan, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 306 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD



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This is a very flavorful pasta salad. The crisp cooked bacon really adds a nice flavor. I get requests for this pasta salad for every get together and cook out.

Provided by Wilemon

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package uncooked tri-color rotini pasta
10 slices bacon
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons dry ranch salad dressing mix
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon garlic pepper
½ cup milk, or as needed
1 large tomato, chopped
1 (4.25 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • Place bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook until evenly brown. Drain and chop.
  • In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, and garlic pepper. Stir in milk until smooth. Place rotini, bacon, tomato, black olives and cheese in bowl and toss to coat with dressing. Cover and chill at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. Toss with additional milk if the salad seems a little dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 691.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

SPINACH RANCH & BACON PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Spinach Ranch & Bacon Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MountainMama

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb pasta, cooked (I use elbows or cellentani)
1 (4 ounce) package bacon bits (NOT fake bac)
1 red pepper, chopped
1 carrot, shredded
1/4 red onion, diced
2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
1 cup ranch dressing, homemade or prepared

Steps:

  • Mix vegetables & pasta in a large bowl.
  • Add Dressing.
  • Chill.
  • Eat! :).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.4, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 19.1, Sodium 505.2, Carbohydrate 37.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.6, Protein 10.9

RANCH SPINACH PASTA SALAD



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Grilling tonight? Add a veggie-rich 15-minute pasta salad that gets its start from a Suddenly Salad® mix.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® classic pasta salad mix
1/2 cup ranch dressing
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 cups baby spinach leaves or small broccoli florets
3/4 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup sliced cucumber, halved
1/2 cup julienne (matchstick-cut) carrots
2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves

Steps:

  • Empty contents of pasta mix (from Suddenly Salad box) into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well.
  • In medium bowl, stir contents of seasoning mix (from Suddenly Salad box), the dressing and lemon juice until blended. Stir in pasta and remaining ingredients. Cover; refrigerate until ready to serve. Store any remaining salad covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 830 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

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