Speedy Ham & Cheese Pasta Salad

Speedy Ham & Cheese Pasta Salad

25 mins
easy
4 servings

A delicious and quick pasta salad perfect for lunch or a light dinner. This vibrant salad combines tender pasta with savory ham, crunchy vegetables, and creamy dressing. Ready in under 30 minutes!

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Equipment Needed

  • Cutting board
  • Large bowl
  • Large Pot
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 400.00 gPasta (rotini or penne)(Cooked al dente)
  • 2.00 tbspOlive Oil(For cooking and dressing)
  • 150.00 gHam(Cubed)
  • 300.00 gFrozen Mixed Vegetables (peas, corn, carrots)(Pre-washed)
  • 2.00 tbspButter(For sautéing vegetables)
  • 100.00 gMayonnaise(Classic or light)
  • 100.00 gSour Cream(For creaminess)
  • 1.00 tbspDijon Mustard(Adds tang)
  • 100.00 gShredded Cheddar Cheese(Sharp or mild)
  • Salt and Pepper(To taste)

Instructions

1

Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

2

While pasta cooks, sauté frozen vegetables in butter until tender-crisp.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Drain pasta and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

4

Combine cooked pasta, sautéed vegetables, and cubed ham in a large bowl.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

5

In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and Dijon mustard.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Stir in shredded cheese.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

8

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

Estimated time: 120 minutes

10

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes