Description
Recreate the delicious Ruby Tuesday pasta salad with this easy recipe, featuring a creamy dressing and crunchy vegetables.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced ham or cubed cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by boiling water in a large pot, salting it well to flavor the pasta.
- Add your macaroni and cook it until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together your dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Combine the cooled pasta with your chopped vegetables and any proteins in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta and toss well to combine.
- Adjust seasoning according to your taste and refrigerate for at least an hour.
Notes
Letting the salad chill allows the flavors to meld, enhancing the overall taste. Consider using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg