This delightful ham pasta salad combines tender pasta with savory ham and a medley of fresh vegetables for a refreshing and satisfying dish. Perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pasta use your preferred pasta shape
- 1/2 cup ham cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper any color
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, ham, bell pepper, and celery.
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and lemon juice. Add this mixture to the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg