Delicious Ranch Pasta Salad with Peas

This Ranch Pasta Salad with peas is a perfect side dish for any outdoor gathering or picnic. It is loaded with crispy bacon, sweet peas, and a creamy ranch dressing. Quick and easy to make, this salad is a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors and textures will leave you wanting more. Enjoy this refreshing pasta salad on a hot summer day or include it in your dinner spread. It's guaranteed to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

• 8 ounces rotini pasta
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. Boil the frozen peas for 2 minutes, then drain and rinse with cold water.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, peas, crumbled bacon, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, black olives, and parsley.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until well coated.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Before serving, give the pasta salad a good stir and adjust the seasoning if needed. Garnish with additional parsley, if desired.
8. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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