Pasta, Ham and Vegetable Salad Recipe
Healthy Pasta Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
Six ounces (1-1/2 cup) small shell or elbow pasta, uncooked
1-1/4 cup (6 ounces) diced cooked ham or shrimp
1 cup halved or quartered cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup Ranch or creamy Italian salad dressing
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Six sliced Colby or cheddar cheese
Lettuce leaves (optional)
Directions:
Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, combine ham, tomatoes and green onions in large bowl. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water and drain again. Add to bowl; toss well.
Combine dressing, dill and pepper; add to bowl and toss well. Cut cheese in half; cut again into 1/2-inch wide strips. Add to salad and toss again.
Serve immediately or chill until serving time.
Serve on lettuce leaves if desired.
See also:
Classic Macaroni and Cheese
Macaroni and Cheese
New Macaroni and Cheese
Ham Salad Sandwiches Low Calorie Recipe
Classic Ham Salad Low Carbohydrate Recipe
