ITALIAN HAM AND CHEESE SALAD

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I came up with this recipe when I was asked to prepare a main-dish salad for a ladies group on a limited budget. Everyone agreed it tasted like a million bucks!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (12 ounces) spiral pasta, cooked, drained and cooled
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 cup diced red onion
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
3/4 cup creamy Italian salad dressing
1/2 cup ranch salad dressing
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

Arbaz Ijaz
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I love the versatility of this salad. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add some chopped hard-boiled eggs and avocado.


Dj Clist
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover ingredients. I always have ham and cheese in my fridge, so this is a go-to recipe for me.


DatBoi Squirt
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I'm a vegetarian, so I used tofu instead of ham in this recipe. It was a great way to get my protein fix!


Rehan Brohi
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I'm on a low-carb diet, so I used a sugar-free dressing in this recipe. It was still delicious!


Khesha Kauzi
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I'm allergic to cheese, so I substituted vegan cheese in this recipe. It turned out great!


Kelley Czaplicki
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This salad was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more herbs and spices next time.


Johnny Cook
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my salad didn't turn out as good as the picture. I think I might have used too much dressing.


Enter Khan
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This salad is a bit too heavy for my taste. I think I'll try using a lighter dressing next time.


Lee Devlin
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I'm not a big fan of ham, but I really enjoyed this salad. The flavors were well-balanced, and the dressing was delicious.


Victor Benches
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover ham and cheese.


Ahmad Altares
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I love the dressing for this salad. It's light and flavorful, and it really brings out the flavors of the ham and cheese.


Ben Lloyd Armitage
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Noah Garcia
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I added some chopped walnuts to this salad for a little extra crunch. It was a great addition!


Francis Siele
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover ham and cheese.


giggity gobbler
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few simple ingredients, but they come together to create a really delicious dish.


A lazy Boy
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This is my go-to salad recipe for potlucks and picnics. It's easy to make, and it always gets rave reviews.


Zahraa Mohammed Neamah
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I've made this salad a few times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are well-balanced, and the salad is always fresh and delicious.


Huzaifa Jigger
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This salad was a hit at my last party! The combination of ham, cheese, and vegetables was perfect, and the dressing was light and flavorful.