Ingredients
1 lb elbow macaroni
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup ranch seasoning
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup crispy smoky plant-based bacon
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried dill
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente
Drain and rinse under cold water
Combine cooled pasta, cheddar cheese, sour cream in a large bowl
Mix in ranch seasoning, lemon juice, green onions, plant-based bacon, paprika and dill
Season with salt and pepper
Chill 30-60 minutes before serving
Notes
For extra flavor, add 2 hard-boiled eggs, diced celery, or grilled vegetables
Chilling enhances flavor melding
Store in airtight container up to 2 days
Vegetarian option by omitting plant-based bacon
Best served chilled
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Mediterranean Basics
- Method: Stovetop and Bowl
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg