Description
Creamy and refreshing, this beef Ranch Pasta Salad is a delightful addition to any meal, perfect for picnics, barbecues, or potlucks. Tossed in a rich homemade ranch dressing, this salad features tender pasta, vibrant vegetables, and savory chicken. Each bite is bursting with flavor, making it an impressive dish that will surely please your guests. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, this pasta salad can be made ahead of time and tastes even better after chilling in the refrigerator. Enjoy it as a stand-alone meal, or pair it with grilled beef for a hearty option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta shells
- 8 ounces frozen peas (thawed)
- 6 ounces grape tomatoes (halved)
- 4 ounces cheddar or Colby jack cheese (shredded)
- 8 ounces cooked beef (shredded)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, milk, and fresh lemon juice until smooth.
- Add cooked pasta, peas, halved tomatoes, cheese, and shredded chicken to the bowl; gently fold until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg