AmericanSide dish
Creamy Ranch Pasta Salad
This is a straightforward pasta salad, bringing together al dente pasta with crisp peas, grated carrot, and a little onion and Parmesan. The creamy dressing is a simple mix of mayonnaise, milk, and a ranch seasoning packet. It comes together quickly, but needs about an hour in the fridge for the flavors to meld and the pasta to chill. It's a good one to make ahead for gatherings.
Method
4 steps · 45 min total
- 01
Cook and Cool Pasta
Start by cooking your pasta until it's al dente, following the package directions. Drain it well and set it aside to cool completely. Once the pasta is cool, grate the small carrot and add it to the bowl. Any short pasta shape, like shells, macaroni, or penne, works well here.
