Choosing the right ingredients is the first step for a perfect ranch pasta salad. Start with the best pasta shape: Fusilli is a favorite, but rotini, penne, and bowtie are also great choices that hold up well in salads.
When it comes to the dressing, you have a few options - ranch in a bottle, ranch seasoning packets, and homemade ranch. Different recipes call for different types, though most can be used interchangeably depending on your preference.
To elevate your pasta salad, add ingredients that complement the ranch flavor. Chicken, bacon, and cheddar are classic pairings. Vegetables including peas, onion, cucumber, and broccoli work well.
Ranch's versatility makes it an ideal dressing because you can add your favorite ingredients or whatever you have on hand and end up with a delicious dish perfect for anything from weeknight dinners to picnics, potlucks to meal prep.
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