Description
Creamy Ranch Taco Pasta Salad with rotini, fresh veggies, cheese, and zesty ranch-taco dressing—perfect as a side or light main dish!
Ingredients
10 oz rotini pasta
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
1 tbsp taco seasoning
½ tbsp dry ranch seasoning
½ cup green onions, diced
1 cup red bell pepper, diced
1 can (15.25 oz) corn, drained
1½ cups Mexican blend cheese, shredded
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cook Pasta:
Boil rotini according to package directions.
Drain and rinse with cold water to cool. Set aside.
Make Dressing:
In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, taco seasoning, ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Mix Salad:
Add cooled pasta to the dressing.
Stir in green onions, bell pepper, corn, and cheese. Toss until combined.
Chill & Serve:
Refrigerate 1–2 hours to let flavors meld.
Stir before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- Add diced avocado or black beans for extra flavor.
- Great as a side dish or light main.
- Can be made a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (Chilling Time: 1–2 hours)
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Mexican-American Fusion
