BASIL PASTA AND HAM SALAD

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With fresh basil and tomatoes in the dressing, this refreshing salad delightfully captures the flavor of summer.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

TOMATO BASIL DRESSING:
1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
2-1/2 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, onions, oil, lemon juice, garlic, sugar, salt and pepper if desired. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions until firm to the bite; drain and rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large salad bowl. Stir in the ham, olives and basil. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 333mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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