La mejor ensalada de pasta con salsa ranchera

Ingredientes

• 12 ounces rotini pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1 cup bell pepper (any color), diced
• 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional)
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 Tablespoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparación

1. 1

   Cook the rotini pasta according to the package...: Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables...: While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables by washing and chopping the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked...: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, thawed corn, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon.

4. 4

   To make the homemade ranch dressing, in a...: To make the homemade ranch dressing, in a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, dried parsley, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

5. 5

   Pour the ranch dressing over the pasta salad...: Pour the ranch dressing over the pasta salad and gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

6. 6

   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and transfer...: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and transfer to the refrigerator. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors mingle.

7. 7

   Before serving, give the salad a quick stir....: Before serving, give the salad a quick stir. Serve chilled.