All you Greek yogurt lovers great ready, Hidden Valley has something new! It newest dry mixes are specially formulated to mix with Greek yogurt to provide the same great taste of Americas’ Favorite Ranch.

A dry mix for salad dressing and dip are the two new Greek yogurt products that have been added to the Hidden Valley line. They were developed to deliver the same great Hidden Valley Ranch taste with less fat, more protein, and fewer calories when mixed with nonfat Greek yogurt. There is only 5 calories* and  5 times more protein* per serving with the dressing!

The whole family, especially kids, can learn to love their veggies with these easy and convenient mix packets, for snacking you can feel good about. My kids are more than likely to eat their veggies if they can dip them in ranch dressing.

I decided to make a kid-friendly pasta salad using Hidden Valley’s new Greek yogurt salad dressing mix, veggies, pasta, ham, and cheese.

Ingredients for Ham and Ranch Pasta Salad

• BOWTIE PASTA
• CHEDDAR CHEESE
• HAM
• GRAPE TOMATOES
• BROCCOLI
• RED ONION
• SLICED OLIVES
• GARLIC
• OREGANO
• PREPARED HIDDEN VALLEY GREEK YOGURT RANDH DRESSING

This Ham and Cheese Ranch Pasta Salad is perfect for your next neighborhood get-together or backyard hangout with the family. My daughter is my most picky eater, and she LOVED this salad. You can always use turkey or chicken in place of the ham, and feel free to substitute the veggies with whatever your family prefers. I used tomatoes, broccoli, and red onion. Then I finished it off with some sliced black olives.

Since the dressing is made with Greek yogurt, I found it to be thicker than I usually like my ranch dressing. I simply added extra milk until it reached the consistency I prefer.

Which of your favorite recipes could use a new twist with this new dressing or dip?

With its wide range of products, Hidden Valley is a simple twist that can transform your standard dishes into something new and delicious. For easy recipes and quick meal time fixes, visit hiddenvalley.com.

*when prepared with nonfat Greek yogurt and 2% milk vs Dry Hidden Valley Salad Dressing and Seasoning Original Ranch Mix prepared with sour cream and whole milk

Instructions for Ham and Cheese Ranch Pasta Salad

Cook the pasta: Boil 1 pound of bow tie pasta according to the package directions. Once cooked, drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta down.

Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with cubed cheddar cheese, diced ham, quartered grape tomatoes, broccoli (cut into small florets), diced red onion, and sliced olives.

Add flavor: Finely mince the garlic and stir it in along with dried oregano for a flavorful boost.

Dress and toss: Pour 1 to 1½ cups of prepared Hidden Valley Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing over the salad, starting with 1 cup and adding more if needed. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated and well combined.

Serve: Chill before serving if desired, or serve right away. This hearty, colorful salad makes a fantastic main dish or a crowd-pleasing side!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this pasta salad ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prep it several hours in advance or even the night before. Just store it in the fridge in an airtight container and give it a quick toss before serving to refresh the texture and flavor.

Is there a substitute for Greek yogurt ranch dressing?
Yes! You can use regular ranch dressing if you prefer. Just adjust the amount used to reach your desired creaminess for the salad.

Can I switch out any of the vegetables or add more?
Definitely! Feel free to sub in chopped bell peppers, cucumbers, peas, or shredded carrots based on what you have on hand. This recipe is super flexible and easy to customize.

Is this salad good served cold or room temperature?
It’s best served chilled, especially on warm days, but it can sit out at room temperature for about 1–2 hours at a party or picnic.

How long will leftovers last?
Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavors continue to develop, though the veggies may lose a bit of their crunch after a day or two.

FOR MORE RECIPES LIKE THIS, TRY:

• 41 Sides for your Backyard BBQ
• Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
• Vermicelli Pasta Salad
• Loaded Cowboy Pasta Salad

Recipe adapted from Divas Can Cook.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Hidden Valley – Greek. The opinions and text are all mine.