Ruby Tuesday Pasta Salad Recipe (Creamy, Tangy & Delicious)

Ruby Tuesday Pasta Salad Recipe (Creamy, Tangy & Delicious)

This copycat Ruby Tuesday pasta salad is creamy, slightly tangy, and loaded with fresh veggies. It’s a crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or meal prep.

Ingredients

• 12 oz rotini pasta (or tri-color pasta)
• 1 cup diced ham
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup diced celery
• ½ cup diced red bell pepper
• ½ cup diced green bell pepper
• ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
• ¾ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp sugar
• Salt & black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook Pasta:
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
3. Make the Dressing:
4. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
5. Combine Ingredients:
6. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, ham, cheese, celery, bell peppers, and onion.
7. Add Dressing:
8. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix until everything is well coated.
9. Chill:
10. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld.
11. Serve:
12. Serve chilled as a side or light lunch.