HAM AND BELL PEPPER PASTA SALAD

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Stir ham, onion and bell pepper into pasta with a rich sour cream-and-chive dressing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
8 ounces dried elbow macaroni
1 cup diced ham
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 bell peppers, preferably 1 red and 1 yellow, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, parsley, sour cream, chives, lemon juice, 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, onion and bell peppers to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

Rajb Atri
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This salad is not worth the effort. It's not very flavorful and the dressing is too oily.


Darren Fido
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The salad was a bit bland for my taste. I would have liked more seasoning.


Erin Gorman
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The dressing is a bit too tangy for my taste, but I still enjoyed the salad.


Jeannia Peavey
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I made this salad for a party and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it.


Phionah Kugonza
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This is one of my favorite pasta salad recipes. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


jake casarez
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I'm not a huge fan of bell peppers, but they were surprisingly good in this salad.


Scooby Do
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This pasta salad is a great addition to any potluck or picnic.


Shahab Alam
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I wasn't sure about the ham and bell pepper combination, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a delicious and unique salad.


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


Itumeleng Rorisang
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I love how versatile this pasta salad is. I've added different vegetables and cheeses, and it always turns out great.


Thit San
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This is the perfect summer salad. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Abdullah ab Abdullah
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I've made this pasta salad several times now, and it's always a winner. It's easy to make, and the leftovers are just as good the next day.


Abraham Castellanos
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This pasta salad was a hit with everyone at my cookout. The sweet bell peppers and tangy ham were a perfect combination, and the dressing was light and flavorful.