When you think of Bolthouse Farms, you might have been like me and just thought of the baby carrots. I purchase them all the time but didn’t even realize they made other products like salad dressings. My favorite part is that these dressings are all low fat and lower in calories but you wouldn’t know it by their taste!
My very favorite is their Salsa Ranch Yogurt Dressing. It has a little bit of a kick but nothing over powering, just a delicious taste and something different. I can’t wait to try them in a burrito with some chicken and rice or in my Southwest Rice Bowl.
I’m still in awe that this is a low fat dressing at only 45 calories and 3 grams of fat for a two tablespoon serving! With no trans fat, preservatives, MSG, artificial colors, flavors or added sugar, what is not to love? And there are several other dressing varieties as well including Ranch, Chunky Blue Cheese and Classic Balsamic Vinaigrette made with olive oil.
Over the weekend we had a family get together at my parent’s house. I brought a very simple and light pasta salad chock full of fresh vegetables and mixed with Bolthouse Farms Salsa Ranch Dressing.
- 1 lb. box Rotini pasta (or other favorite pasta type)
- ½ cup chopped red onion
- ½ cup sliced and quartered cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
- 1 small red pepper, chopped
- 1 small yellow pepper, chopped
- 1 cup+ Bolthouse Farms Salsa Ranch Yogurt Dressing (or other favorite variety)
- Cook pasta according to directions on box and desired doneness. Rinse in cold water and drain.
- Chop vegetables and mix together with pasta in large bowl.
- Add 1 cup dressing and stir until combined. Chill until serving.
This salad would work great with any of the Bolthouse Farms dressing varieties and is a cinch to prepare! It was nice to have something that tasted so good be so guilt free!
Disclosure: I received samples however all thoughts remain 100% my own.
Ash Johnson says
September 4, 2012 at 1:06 pmThis looks good. I’ve never heard of yogurt dressing, but I’ll have to look for it.
Julie Ghrist says
September 4, 2012 at 1:44 pmOh my gosh that looks sooo good. I just might have to make some now 🙂 This dressing looks very good. I love that it is yogurt. Much better for you!
Jennifer Young says
September 4, 2012 at 5:42 pmSounds very good! I’d love to try this. My daughters love to try new things too!
Whitney at It's Gravy, Baby! says
September 7, 2012 at 1:05 pmI’ve never heard of this brand, but that pasta salad looks delicious!
Stephen N. says
September 9, 2012 at 5:55 amThis looks incredible! I don’t think I have ever had pasta salad with Ranch before. I will have to try it now. 😀
BusyWorkingMama says
September 9, 2012 at 10:37 amYum – looks delicious!
bill elliott says
September 10, 2012 at 12:24 pmThis sounds and looks very good. Would make a great option for lunch or dinner
Lana says
September 10, 2012 at 2:24 pmYum! This looks so good to this expectant momma!
Stefanie Elysse Hurtado says
October 7, 2012 at 9:32 pmThis looks so healthy and delicious! I’d love to try their Yogurt Dressing too.
Tanya M says
October 19, 2012 at 11:43 pmThat looks so yummy! Thank you for sharing.
Jessica Beard says
November 7, 2012 at 3:29 pmThis looks so yummy! This would be great to take to a reunion or family holiday.
ANN*H says
November 12, 2012 at 1:15 pmThis salad looks so good. Im a big salad eater so Im always on the look out for new recipes. Im not sure if I would like the yogurt dressing as I dont eat yogurt. Im sure I could use another brand of ranch dressing to make it tho. This type of salad is always good for parties and cookouts too. Thanks for the recipe
Stephanie says
November 27, 2012 at 7:21 amThis recipe looks great. We LOVE the yogurt ranch, but I haven’t tried the salsa ranch before. This recipe is going on my pinterest for a future meal!
Sandy VanHoey says
January 4, 2013 at 7:51 amIt’s the first time I’ve even heard of this dressing but that salad looks so good. I need to look for this dressing to try it. I love things with just a bit of kick. Can’t handle them if they have a bit too much kick though..haha. Thanks for sharing!
Danielle says
January 13, 2013 at 7:14 pmMy mom used to make a similar pasta salad growing up. She made her own dressing, but this makes it easier!
JRFrugalMom says
February 14, 2013 at 12:37 amI love Bolthouse Farms, and they have this one mustard dressing, which is the only dressing Ill buy without coupons.
Robin O says
April 23, 2013 at 8:17 amThis would be a great option for me to take to work for lunch. I have been in need of some new ideas. Thanks!
Meg Tucker says
July 16, 2013 at 5:14 amIn my book when you mix the aords Salsa and Ranch together you can’t go wrong! At least not in my house! I only recently tried the Bolthouse farms ( hubby bought it) and loved them.
Mer says
August 16, 2013 at 1:27 pmYum! I haven’t tried this dressing, but now I think I’ll have to. It sounds very flavorful.
Lily Kwan says
October 22, 2013 at 12:48 amThis recipe looks very tasty. Thanks for sharing!