Ham Pasta Salad

Toss together this creamy Ham Pasta Salad recipe, loaded with tender pasta, savory ham, peas, & sharp cheddar. A hearty make-ahead dish for potlucks or picnics!

📝 Ingredients

• 8 ounces medium pasta shells
• 10 ounces frozen peas (thawed)
• 1 cup diced Cheddar cheese
• 1/4 pound deli ham (diced)
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Boil water: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
2. 2Cook pasta: Add the shell pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente, about 10 to 11 minutes. Drain well.
3. 3Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed peas, diced Cheddar cheese, diced ham, and chopped onion.
4. 4Whisk dressing: Whisk together the mayonnaise, vegetable oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
5. 5Toss salad: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients, add the drained pasta, and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours to allow flavors to meld.