ham pasta salad
Ham Pasta Salad combines shell pasta, smoked ham, cheddar cheese, red bell pepper, sweet baby peas, and green onions in a slightly sweet creamy mayonnaise dressing. Enjoy this tasty salad as a main or side dish with all your favorite summer grilling and barbecue recipes.
prep time
15 Min
cook time
10 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- CREAMY DRESSING
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- salt, to taste
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- HAM PASTA SALAD
- 8 ounces medium pasta shells
- 2 cups diced ham, cut into small cubes
- 4 ounces cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 3/4 cup baby peas
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
- 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
How To Make ham pasta salad
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Step 1Whisk the mayo, apple cider vinegar, and granulated sugar in a medium bowl. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Step 2Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions. Using a spider strainer, move the cooked pasta to a baking sheet or drain it in a colander.
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Step 3Combine the drained pasta, ham, cheddar cheese, red bell pepper, baby peas, and green onions in a large serving bowl.
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Step 4Drizzle with the dressing and toss to coat. Sprinkle with fresh thyme.
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