Corn and Pasta Salad with Homemade Ranch Dressing

Name: Corn and Pasta Salad with Homemade Ranch Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces gemelli pasta; 1 small garlic clove; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream; 1/3 cup buttermilk; 2 teaspoons cider vinegar; 1 scallion, minced; 2 small ears fresh corn; 8 ounces grape tomatoes, preferably mixed heirloom, halved; 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced lengthwise; 4 cups baby arugula; 2 slices bacon, cooked until crisp in the microwave, and crumbled

Servings: persons

4 ounces gemelli pasta
1 small garlic clove
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/3 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 scallion, minced
2 small ears fresh corn
8 ounces grape tomatoes, preferably mixed heirloom, halved
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced lengthwise
4 cups baby arugula
2 slices bacon, cooked until crisp in the microwave, and crumbled

1
Cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions; drain and run under cold water to cool.
2
Meanwhile, finely chop the garlic clove on a cutting board; sprinkle with salt.
3
Using the blade of a chef's knife, press down onto garlic, smashing it to make a paste.
4
Add the garlic paste to a large bowl with the sour cream, buttermilk, cider vinegar and scallion; season with salt and pepper.
5
Whisk the dressing until smooth and reserve.
6
Cut the kernels from the corn (breaking sheets of kernels into about 2-inch pieces, if desired).
7
Add the corn, tomatoes, onion and arugula to bowl with dressing; gently toss to coat.
8
Sprinkle with the bacon.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces gemelli pasta, 1 small garlic clove, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream, and more.

Yes, Corn and Pasta Salad with Homemade Ranch Dressing falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!