Bowl of pasta salad
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SERVES:
4-6
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
10 minutes

A pasta salad is the ultimate way to use up leftovers - and this Ham Pasta Salad is no exception. It’s easy, feeds a crowd, and is perfect for summer road trips or beach days.

This recipe is delicious with pretty much any crunchy vegetables you have on hand. We've used capsicum, courgette, red onion and cucumber. For the herbs, basil or parsley both work great as a flavour booster.

Just chop, mix and enjoy this light and easy summer meal that makes the most of common holiay leftovers.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 500g pasta (Fusilli, spirals, or bowties work well)
  • 1½ cups diced leftover ham (or sausages)
  • ½ cup black olives, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 1 red capsicum
  • 1 cup courgette (raw) or cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup fresh basil, torn (optional)

DRESSING:

  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 Tbsp honey
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Cook the pasta according to packet instructions.
  2. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking. Let the pasta cool completely.
  3. Dice the leftover ham or sausages and all your chosen vegetables. Slice the olives in half.
  4. To make the dressing, in a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced vegetables, ham, and basil (if using)
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.
  7. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

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Leftovers Loaded Ham Pasta Salad

This pasta salad is the ultimate way to use up leftovers, pairing ham or sausage with chopped veggies and herbs.
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