Ruby Tuesday Pasta Salad Copycat Recipe

Jump to Recipe

Craving the creamy pasta with ham from the Ruby Tuesday salad bar but not able to go out? Make this easy Ruby Tuesday Pasta Salad copycat recipe at home with just a few simple ingredients.

Ruby Tuesday Pasta Salad Copycat Recipe

Ruby Tuesday’s is one of those restaurants where everyone can find something they love, and one of my guilty pleasures from Ruby’s is their creamy pasta salad with ham and peas from the salad bar. This copycat recipe is SO similar to theirs, and it’s the perfect side dish to make on a hot summer day.

I’ve got many more copycat recipes in my archives, so don’t miss a few of my favorites at the end of this post, including Chuy’s Creamy Jalapeno Dip!

Ruby Tuesday Pasta Salad Copycat Printable Recipe:

Print
Pin

4.75 from 4 votes

Ruby Tuesday Pasta Salad (Copycat Recipe)

Craving the pasta from Ruby Tuesday salad bar but not able to go out? Make this easy copycat recipe at home with just a few simple ingredients.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword copycat, pasta, pasta salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Author Beth

Ingredients

  • 1 lb box rotini pasta
  • 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing mix
  • 8 ounces diced ham
  • 1 cup frozen green peas
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of water to a rapid boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente. Drain pasta and set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine mayonnaise, buttermilk & ranch dressing mix.
  • Add the ham.
  • Mix well.
  • Add in the frozen peas and stir.
  • Slowly add in the rotini pasta while mixing.
  • Add salt and pepper to your liking.
  • Place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Recipe Tutorial with photos:

Gather all your ingredients-

  • 1 lb box rotini pasta, cooked and drained
  • 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing mix
  • 8 ounces diced ham
  • 1 cup frozen green peas
  • Salt & pepper to taste
Ingredients for pasta salad
  • Bring a large pot of water to a rapid boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente. Drain pasta and set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine mayonnaise, buttermilk & ranch dressing mix.
  • Add the ham.
  • Mix well.
Ham in pasta salad
  • Add in the frozen peas and stir.
  • Slowly add in the cooked rotini pasta while mixing.
rotini pasta salad
  • Add salt and pepper to your liking.
  • Cover tightly and place in the refrigerator for 2 hours before serving.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Ruby Tuesday Copycat Pasta salad recipe
How to make Ruby Tuesday Copycat Pasta salad recipe

This pasta salad recipe from Ruby Tuesday is one that I know you’re going to love just like me. It’s simple and easy but hearty enough to keep me full throughout the day.

Plus, I don’t have to drive all the way across town to get it anymore! I can enjoy it right from the comfort of home!

Ruby Tuesday Copycat Pasta Salad Recipe #copycatrecipe #recipes #pasta #pastasalad #whatsfordinner

Don’t forget to Pin this recipe for later!

Love Restaurant Copycat Recipes? Here are a few more of my faves:

Copycat Recipe: Panera’s Iced Green Tea

Craving Panera’s Iced Green Tea? Make this copycat recipe at home with simple ingredients!

Click Here for the Recipe

panera green tea copycat recipe
Air Fryer Copycat Chick-Fil-A Nuggets

If you’re looking for a delicious snack that doesn’t require you to head to the drive-thru, you’re going to love these Air Fryer Copycat Chick-Fil-A Nuggets. One bite and your taste buds will be loving life.

Click Here for the Recipe

Credit – Beth Bryan