Best Ham And Blue Cheese Pasta Salad Recipes

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HAM AND CHEESE PASTA SALAD



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Ham and Cheese Pasta Salad is a simple but delicious creamy dish made with peas, ham, onion and cheddar cheese in a lemon and mayo dressing.

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
8 ounces medium pasta shells (, cooked and drained)
12 ounces frozen peas (, thawed)
1/2 pound diced ham (, about 2 cups)
8 ounces cheddar cheese (, diced)
1/4 red onion (, minced)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Add in pasta, peas, ham, cheese, and onion and toss well.
  • Refrigerate, covered, for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HAM AND CHEESE PASTA SALAD



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Ham and Cheese Pasta Salad is a simple, yet popular, delicious Pasta Salad with just enough dressing to make it tasty enough without having a "doused" salad

Provided by Linda Nortje

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups Macaroni, cooked and cooled
1 1/2 cups Cooked Ham, cubed
1 1/2 cups Gouda Cheese, cubed
1/2 cup Spring Onions, chopped
1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped
3 TB Mayonnaise
2 TB Olive Oil, extra virgin
1 TB Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed
1/2 t Salt
1/4 t Black Pepper

Steps:

  • SALAD: Combine the Pasta, Ham, Cheese, Spring Onions and red Bell Pepper in a large mixing bowl
  • DRESSING: Whisk together the Mayonnaise, Oil, Lemon Juice, Salt and Pepper - pour over the Pasta mixture and stir through - cover and chill for at least 2 hours

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 41 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 15 grams fat, Fiber 1.1 grams fiber, Protein 17.1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 Cup, Sodium 592 grams sodium, Sugar 0.7 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams unsaturated fat

SPANISH HAM AND MANCHEGO PASTA SALAD



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Bring on the Spain with this pasta salad with ham, manchego and smoked paprika.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus more, for serving
1/4 teaspoon finely grated garlic
1 cup grated manchego cheese
8 ounces dried penne
1 cup diced ham
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers, drained and chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, smoked paprika, garlic, 3/4 cup of the manchego, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the ham, parsley and red peppers to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup manchego and sprinkle with smoked paprika. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
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HAM PASTA SALAD



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Full of simple and fresh ingredients, this ham pasta salad is the perfect side dish for your next cookout, an easy option for a light weeknight dinner, or a refreshing make-ahead lunch.

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Salad     Side Dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb. diced ham ((about 2 ½ - 3 cups total))
8 ounces uncooked small shells pasta ((or substitute with elbow macaroni or other small pasta shape))
8 ounces Colby-Jack or cheddar cheese, diced
¼ cup chopped green onion
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 cup diced celery
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons fresh minced dill
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
  • In a large bowl, combine ham, pasta, cheese, green onion, bell pepper, celery, and peas.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, dill, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss until completely coated. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /8 of the salad, Calories 493 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 33 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 1252 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 20 g

30-MINUTE HAM AND PASTA SALAD



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Turn leftover ham into the main attraction, with plenty of fresh veggies and yummy pasta tossed with ranch dressing.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups uncooked small shell pasta (12 oz)
2 cups frozen sweet peas
3 cups diced cooked ham
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup dill pickle relish, drained
8 oz Colby-Monterey Jack cheese blend, diced (2 cups)
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup ranch salad dressing
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package, adding peas during last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking time. Rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix ham, celery, bell pepper, pickle relish and cheese. In small bowl, mix remaining ingredients.
  • Add pasta and peas to salad; stir gently to mix. Add mayonnaise mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1470 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

AWESOME HAM PASTA SALAD



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I never seem to make enough of this salad. When people see the recipe, they look at me as if I am a little odd...but when they eat it they can't seem to stop! This recipe is great for kids and adults alike. The garlic is optional. Also, to lighten up the salad, substitute light mayonnaise, light sour cream, and turkey ham.

Provided by Karena

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces ziti pasta
1 pound cooked ham, cubed
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large red onion, coarsely chopped
15 small sweet pickles, chopped, juice reserved
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
2 ½ teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 tablespoon white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the drained pasta, ham, peppers, onion, pickles and tomatoes.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, beef bouillon granules, vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic and 1/2 cup of reserved pickle juice. Fold into the salad and toss gently until evenly coated. Chill overnight to allow the flavors to blend. Serve near room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 696.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 64.8 mg, Fat 48.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 21.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 1746.7 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

HAM PASTA SALAD



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I "invented" this salad as I went along...it's a combination of various pasta salad recipes I'd seen. It can be served as a side dish, of course. In summer, however, my husband doesn't care for hot meals, so I make it as a main dish. We're recent city transplants with two young children, ages 6 and 3.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (7 ounces) shell macaroni, cooked and drained
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped tomato
1/4 cup chopped onion
DRESSING:
1/2 cup Miracle Whip
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss macaroni with ham, green pepper, tomato and onion. In a small bowl, combine Miracle Whip, Parmesan cheese, milk and salt. Pour over pasta mixture and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate. , Sprinkle with additional Parmesan before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 20g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 865mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

CREAMY HAM AND CHEESE PASTA SALAD



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A zesty, sweet, and savory pasta salad that is creamy and delicious. This recipe features a homemade dressing that pairs so well with the flavors in this easy dish.

Provided by Amy Desrosiers

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

16 ounces ham steaks (We used Hatfield Honey Ham steaks (2))
8 ounces cheddar cheese (cubed )
8 ounces farfalle pasta (cooked until al dente)
¾ cup diced peppers (We used mini, red and orange rainbow peppers for a sweet flavor.)
2 tablespoons green onion (diced )
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon yellow prepared mustard
¼ cup organic Apple Cider Vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a 5-quart stock pot to a boil, and add pasta. Cook for about 8 minutes or until al dente.
  • Strain out water, and drain pasta into a colander. Rinse pasta with cold water until no longer hot.
  • Add strained pasta to a large bowl, and mix in ham, cheese, peppers, and onion.
  • In a medium bowl, add the dressing ingredients, and whisk until combined; set aside.
  • Pour dressing over the mixture, and mix to combine. Cover the bowl, and chill for at least one hour. You may need to remix before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 260 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Sodium 613 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 12 g

HAM SALAD



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Don't know what to do with all that leftover ham from Easter? Try this fast and easy ham salad with tangy mustard and crunchy celery. Enjoy it in a sandwich or just on its own.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup mayonnaise, plus more if needed
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1 pound leftover baked ham, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 1/4 cups drained bread-and-butter pickle chips and 1 tablespoon pickle juice, plus more if needed
2 inner ribs celery, finely chopped, plus 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped leaves from the inner ribs
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk the mayonnaise and mustard together in a large bowl. Pulse the ham and pickles in a food processor until finely chopped but not pureed. Add the ham mixture, pickle juice, celery, onions and celery leaves to the mayonnaise mixture, and stir. Taste; if the salad seems dry (it should be spreadable), add more mayonnaise and/or pickling liquid. Serve as is or on sandwiches.

HAM AND BLUE CHEESE PASTA SALAD



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When I first saw this recipe, it piqued my interest. It flopped at first, but after some adjustments, this salad's become a real winner in our home.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
2 cups julienned fully cooked ham
1/3 cup crumbled blue or feta cheese
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl., Stir in the ham, blue cheese, parsley, garlic, rosemary and pepper. Add oil and pecans; mix well. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

HAM AND SHELL SALAD



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A variation from the traditional macaroni or pasta salad.

Provided by ramblinrose

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) package medium pasta shells
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
¼ pound deli ham, diced
1 cup diced Cheddar cheese
¼ cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Fill a pot with lightly-salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in the shell pasta and cook until the pasta is tender but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.
  • Stir the peas, ham, Cheddar cheese, onion, mayonnaise, vegetable oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; add the cooked pasta and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour, or until completely chilled, before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Cholesterol 36.5 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 672.4 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

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