This looks like a delicious Creamy Pasta Salad with vegetables, ham, and possibly a mayonnaise-based dressing. Here’s a simple and tasty recipe to recreate it:
Creamy Pasta Salad with Ham and Veggies
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 2 cups cooked pasta (macaroni, ditalini, or shells)
- 1 cup diced cooked ham
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (mix of red, green, and yellow)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce or iceberg (optional for crunch)
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
For the Dressing:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
Instructions:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Let it cool.
- Prep ingredients by chopping all vegetables and ham into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix the dressing in a separate bowl by whisking together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, mustard, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and sugar.
- Combine everything in a large bowl: pasta, vegetables, ham, cheese, and lettuce.
- Add the dressing and toss until everything is well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Would you like a lighter version of the dressing or a vegetarian variation?