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

Johnson Sarah
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This salad is a must-try!


Noemi Catubay
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful.


KING DAVID SULE
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Wandziswa Kunene
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


tsegaye tekle
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I love the combination of basil and ham in this salad. It's so unique and delicious.


Jose rogelio Calderon vazquez
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect salad for a summer party.


Adien_ Afton
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great summer salad.


Yusuf Ibrahim
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a great make-ahead dish.


TALL GUY
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


mx raju Ahmed
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's easy to make and it travels well.


DDT BA KWADWO TV Kwadwo Boateng
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I made this salad for a party and everyone loved it. It's a great make-ahead dish.


Semiu Akorede
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of basil and ham.


Isaac Reminomick
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover ham.


Monjil Hossain
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Peapea Samuel
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Mubassir Khan
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This is the perfect salad for a summer picnic or potluck.


Aluka Joseph
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I loved the combination of basil and ham in this salad. It was so refreshing and flavorful.


wazir khan afridi
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This basil pasta and ham salad was a hit with my family! The flavors were fresh and summery, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.