Cool Ranch Ham & Noodle Salad Recipe

Name: Cool Ranch Ham & Noodle Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups dry bow tie pasta, cooked, drained; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 -3 cups cooked ham, chopped; ½ cup chopped onion (optional); ½ cup chopped minced celery; ⅓ cup chopped pimento stuffed olive; ¾ cup ranch dressing; ½ teaspoon white pepper; ½ teaspoon yellow mustard; ¼ teaspoon celery seed; 1 tablespoon evaporated milk or 1 tablespoon cream

Servings: persons

2 cups dry bow tie pasta, cooked, drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 -3 cups cooked ham, chopped
½ cup chopped onion (optional)
½ cup chopped minced celery
⅓ cup chopped pimento stuffed olive
¾ cup ranch dressing
½ teaspoon white pepper
½ teaspoon yellow mustard
¼ teaspoon celery seed
1 tablespoon evaporated milk or 1 tablespoon cream

1
In large salad bowl add pasta.
2
Sprinkle with olive oil and toss.
3
Add ham, onions, celery, olives.
4
Note: You may use green onions if you wish, using most of the tops.
5
In small bowl add the dressing ingredients and mix well.
6
Pour over the salad ingredients.
7
Mix well and chill.
8
There is no salt because the olives will have salt.
9
Chill time is cooking time.
10
Just before serving: Sprinkle unsalted sunflower seeds, crushed canned onion rings or chopped nuts on top for garnish.
11
Serve with thick toasted garlic bread.

590

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups dry bow tie pasta, cooked, drained, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 -3 cups cooked ham, chopped, ½ cup chopped onion (optional), and more.

Yes, Cool Ranch Ham & Noodle Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cool Ranch Ham & Noodle Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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