Ranch Pasta Salad
This recipe uses expired ranch salad dressing to create a delicious pasta salad while reducing food waste. Ensure that the ranch dressing is unopened and safe to consume (within 180 days after expiry).
15
Prep Time (min)
10
Cook Time (min)
25
Total Time (min)
4
Servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch salad dressing (expired but safe to consume)
Difficulty:Easy
Tags:
expired-food-recipefood-waste-reduction
Instructions
1
Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and Parmesan cheese.
3
Add the expired ranch salad dressing and toss to coat the ingredients evenly.
4
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
5
Serve chilled and enjoy!