Indulge in the classic American comfort food - Ham and Macaroni Salad, a delightful combination of tender ham, cooked macaroni, and a creamy, tangy dressing. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish at picnics, potlucks, or summer gatherings. It's a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will surely be a hit among family and friends. With variations like the classic Ham and Macaroni Salad, the refreshing Lemon-Herb Ham and Macaroni Salad, and the unique Ham and Macaroni Salad with Roasted Red Pepper Dressing, this article offers a collection of recipes that cater to various tastes and preferences. Get ready to explore the world of Ham and Macaroni Salad and find your new favorite recipe!
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
HAM AND MACARONI PICNIC SALAD
Turn left-over ham into a picnic favorite by combining it with eggs and pasta to make a delicious salad - serves a bunch in just 20 minutes!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well.
- In large bowl, mix cooked macaroni, ham, celery, onions, pickle relish and pimientos.
- In small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until well blended. Add to salad; mix well. Gently stir in hard-cooked eggs. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 630 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
MACARONI SALAD WITH DILL AND HAM
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 28m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- To mellow the minced onion, soak it in cold water while you make the salad.
- Bring a large pot of cold water to a boil over high heat and salt it generously. Add the macaroni and boil, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain the macaroni in a colander, put in a serving bowl, and toss with the milk. Allow the macaroni to cool slightly while you make the dressing.
- For the dressing: Whisk the vinegar, mustard, the 2 teaspoons salt, and black pepper to taste in a large bowl. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Whisk in the sour cream.
- Drain the onions, pat dry, and add to the macaroni along with the ham, peas, celery, and dill. Add the dressing and fold to coat the pasta evenly. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
MACARONI SALAD WITH PEAS AND HAM
Categories Salad Pasta Side Freeze/Chill Fourth of July Picnic Super Bowl Graduation Backyard BBQ Ham Celery Pea Bell Pepper Summer Tailgating Potluck Noodle Bon Appétit Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook macaroni in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain well. Place macaroni in large bowl. Add ham, bell pepper, peas, celery, shallots and parsley. Whisk vinegar, lemon juice and mustard in small bowl to blend; whisk in oil. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Toss salad with dressing. Cover; chill at least 2 and up to 6 hours, tossing occasionally. Serve salad cold or at room temperature.
HAM AND MACARONI SALAD
Make and share this Ham And Macaroni Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Gingerbear
Categories Ham
Time 40m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Dice ham into 1/2-inch cubes.
- Combine ham and cheese with macaroni, celery, onion and pickle.
- Mix mayonnaise and mustard; then stir into macaroni mixture, mixing well.
- Chill well until ready to serve, several hours for maximum flavor!
- Serve in a lettuce lined bowl, and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
- Tip: Elbow macaroni doubles in volume when cooked, so start with 1 cup dry macaroni to yield 2 cups needed for this recipe.
ALL-AMERICAN HAM AND MACARONI SALAD
Steps:
- * Cook pasta; drain; rinse with cold water; drain again * In large bowl, combine pasta, ham, cheese, celery, onion, and pimento * In small bowl, stir mayo, relish, pickle, milk, and pepper. * combine * cover and chill 4-24 hours * before serving, stir, transfer to serving dish, arrange tomatoes and parsley
MACARONI SALAD WITH DILL AND HAM
This is from Food TV's website (next to Zaar, my favorite recipe website.) I have not made this yet, am posting for future use. Can't wait to try it, though! The recipe also had this interesting comment: Why the milk? When we left it out of the recipe, the macaroni absorbed too much of the dressing and the salad was overly acidic. Adding just a couple tablespoons mellowed the dressing and gave the salad a wonderful old-fashioned quality without being goopy or heavy.
Provided by Barb Witherspoon
Categories Summer
Time 28m
Yield 1 bowl, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- To mellow the minced onion, soak it in cold water while you make the salad.
- Bring a large pot of cold water to a boil over high heat and salt it generously. Add the macaroni and boil, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8 minutes.
- Drain the macaroni in a colander, put in a serving bowl, and toss with the milk. Allow the macaroni to cool slightly while you make the dressing.
- Dressing:
- Whisk the vinegar, mustard, the 2 teaspoons salt, and black pepper to taste in a large bowl.
- Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Whisk in the sour cream.
- Drain the onions, pat dry, and add to the macaroni along with the ham, peas, celery, and dill.
- Add the dressing and fold to coat the pasta evenly.
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
MACARONI, PINEAPPLE, AND HAM SALAD
This delicious macaroni salad is so refreshing. My husband and I came up with it using ingredients we prefer and we make this regularly during the summer to go with lunches or as a meal on a really hot day. Easy recipe to modify according to your own preferences. Get creative and enjoy!
Provided by Jodi
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Macaroni Salad Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes; drain. Transfer hot macaroni to a large bowl.
- Pour Italian-style salad dressing and crushed pineapple over the macaroni; stir. Add ham, celery, tomatoes, eggs, and onion; stir.
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.6 calories, Carbohydrate 56.8 g, Cholesterol 68.3 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 908.7 mg, Sugar 11.8 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use high-quality ham and macaroni. Look for ham that is spiral-cut and fully cooked, and macaroni that is al dente.
- If you don't have time to boil the macaroni, you can use a microwave-safe bowl and cook it according to the package directions.
- To make the salad ahead of time, cook the macaroni and ham according to the recipe instructions, then let them cool completely. Store the macaroni and ham separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, combine the macaroni, ham, and dressing, and toss to coat.
- This salad is also a great way to use up leftover ham. If you have leftover ham from a holiday meal, simply chop it up and add it to the salad.
- To make the salad more colorful, add some chopped vegetables, such as celery, carrots, or bell peppers.
Conclusion:
Ham and macaroni salad is a classic summer dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and backyard barbecues. It is easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your salad creamy or tangy, sweet or savory, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy summer dish, give ham and macaroni salad a try.
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