Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente (about 8–10 minutes). Drain completely and rinse under cold tap water until chilled. Set aside. 🍝
Whisk the Dressing: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, dried dill, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy. 🥣
Combine Ingredients: In a large serving bowl, combine the chilled rotini pasta, sliced cucumbers, shredded cheddar cheese, most of the crumbled bacon, and fresh chives. 🥒🥓🧀
Toss & Coat: Pour the creamy herb dressing over the pasta mixture. Gently toss with a wooden spoon or spatula until every ingredient is evenly coated in dressing. 🥗
Garnish & Chill: Top with the remaining bacon crumbles and a pinch of fresh chives. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together. 🧊
Serve Cold: Give it a gentle toss before serving and enjoy warm-weather comfort food at its finest! 🍽️✨
