Best 16 Macaroni Salad With Ham Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable picnic staple or potluck favorite – macaroni salad with ham. This classic side dish combines the comforting flavors of tender macaroni, succulent ham, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, tangy dressing. Discover two variations of this beloved salad: a traditional macaroni salad with ham and a unique twist with a creamy dill dressing. Both recipes offer a delightful blend of textures and flavors, making them perfect for summer gatherings, barbecues, or as a refreshing side to your favorite main course.

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HAM MACARONI SALAD



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"I made some changes to the original recipe by adding extra tomatoes, more color, celery for crunch, relish for a hint of sweetness and ham to make it more filling," explains Karen Ballance of Wolf Lake, Illinois. "It's great for picnics and potlucks or as a side dish for any meal," she adds. "It's also handy because you make it ahead of time."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (7-1/2 ounces) macaroni and cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 medium cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 cup diced fully cooked ham
4 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions; cool for 20 minutes. Stir in mayonnaise and mustard. Fold in the remaining ingredients. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled.

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CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD WITH HAM



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Are you looking for an easy, fuss-free recipe to make for a potluck? Give this one a try, because you can't get much easier than a recipe with only two steps. True, there is a little prep work involved, but nothing more intense than chopping a little ham and a few vegetables. This recipe is similar to a layered salad in that you can do a lot of the prep work in advance and store everything in air-tight containers in the refrigerator. When it comes time to assemble the salad, simply boil some pasta, stir in the ham, vegetables, mayonnaise and seasoning, then cover and chill at least two hours. This salad recipe, sent in by Keva Colston of Baton Rouge Louisiana, was published in the June 2007 issue of Southern Living and quickly garnered many favorable reviews and comments from readers. It seems most Southern cooks have a favorite cold pasta salad or layered salad they like to make on a warm afternoon. Not only are pasta and layered salads refreshing and satisfying as a main dish salad, they are versatile enough so that you can swap out ingredients with whatever you have in the fridge or garden.

Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen

Time 2h20m

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup chopped cooked ham
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
1 tomato, seeded and diced
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 small yellow bell pepper, diced
1 small green bell pepper, diced
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare macaroni according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water until cool.
  • Combine macaroni and next 9 ingredients until blended. Add salt. Cover and chill at least 2 hours.

AWESOME HAM PASTA SALAD



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I never seem to make enough of this salad. When people see the recipe, they look at me as if I am a little odd...but when they eat it they can't seem to stop! This recipe is great for kids and adults alike. The garlic is optional. Also, to lighten up the salad, substitute light mayonnaise, light sour cream, and turkey ham.

Provided by Karena

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces ziti pasta
1 pound cooked ham, cubed
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large red onion, coarsely chopped
15 small sweet pickles, chopped, juice reserved
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
2 ½ teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 tablespoon white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the drained pasta, ham, peppers, onion, pickles and tomatoes.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, beef bouillon granules, vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic and 1/2 cup of reserved pickle juice. Fold into the salad and toss gently until evenly coated. Chill overnight to allow the flavors to blend. Serve near room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 696.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 64.8 mg, Fat 48.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 21.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 1746.7 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

HAM AND MACARONI PICNIC SALAD



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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

4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (16 oz)
1 cup diced cooked ham
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
1 jar (2 oz) diced pimientos, drained
4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 cup salad dressing or mayonnaise
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

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, PINEAPPLE, AND HAM SALAD



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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     Pasta Salad     Macaroni Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package whole wheat elbow macaroni
1 cup Italian-style salad dressing
2 (8 ounce) cans crushed pineapple, drained
1 (8 ounce) ham steak, cut into cubes
2 stalks celery, diced
2 plum tomatoes, diced
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
½ onion, diced

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

HAM AND MACARONI SALAD



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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

1/2 lb boiled ham or 1/2 lb baked ham
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, diced
2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1 cup chopped celery
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup dill pickle, chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons prepared mustard

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.

HAM MACARONI SALAD



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A delicious blend of flavors and colors. The perfect picnic or BBQ ham macaroni salad!

Provided by Jennifer

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Macaroni Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups elbow macaroni
4 slices ham, cut into small pieces
½ cup cubed Cheddar cheese
¼ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped green onions
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 ½ teaspoons prepared yellow mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cool water. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  • Combine pasta, ham, Cheddar cheese, celery, green onions, relish, mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.2 g, Cholesterol 18.3 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 336.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

MACARONI HAM SALAD



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"I like to make this hearty main-dish salad in summer when it's too hot to turn on the oven," shares Lori Thompson of New London, Texas. "My husband and children really like the unexpected flavor of the dill pickle."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1 block (7 ounces) sharp cheddar cheese, diced
1 cup diced fully cooked ham
1 cup chopped dill pickles
3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Combine mayonnaise and mustard; add to macaroni mixture and toss. Cover and chill until serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts :

MACARONI SALAD WITH DILL AND HAM



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 28m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 medium red onion, minced
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus additional for salting water
8 ounces elbow macaroni (about 2 cups)
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup sour cream
6 ounces cooked ham, cut into 1/3-inch cubes
3/4 cup frozen baby peas, thawed (about 4 ounces)
2 ribs celery, with leaves, diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

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.

EASY MACARONI SALAD WITH HAM



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Provided by Kathleen Riemer

Categories     Pasta Salads

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups elbow noodles
1/2 cup cubed chedder cheese
1/2 cup cubed ham
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon mustard

Steps:

  • 1. Cook, drain and rinse macaroni and put in fridge while you dice up cheese and ham. Mix together cold macaroni, cheese, and ham in a bowl. In a separate bowl mix mayo and mustard. (If it is too tangy you can add a teaspoon of sugar. Mix it all together and chill or serve immediately. I sometimes substitute the cooked shrimp instead of ham and it's delish. Add a dash of Old Bay seasoning if you use shrimp.

HAM AND CHEDDAR MACARONI SALAD



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I made this on a Sunday to keep in the fridge for DH to grab for dinner during the week because it was too hot to cook! He loved it and ate the whole big bowl! Its more of a main dish pasta salad. Try it I think you'll like it!

Provided by Little Bee

Categories     Ham

Time 28m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb boiled ham (thick sliced) or 1/2 lb baked ham (thick sliced)
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, diced
2 cups cooked elbow macaroni (I cook it al dente)
1 cup chopped celery
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup dill pickle, chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Miracle Whip
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Dice ham into 1/2-inch cubes.
  • Combine ham and cheese with macaroni, celery, onion and pickle.
  • Mix mayonnaise and mustard,Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Then stir into macaroni mixture, mixing well.
  • Chill well until ready to serve, several hours for maximum flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.8, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 33, Sodium 863.2, Carbohydrate 20.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 3.1, Protein 11.9

DANISH MACARONI SALAD WITH HAM



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This salad is from Sonia Uvezian's "The Book of Salads". It looks delicious, although I've not tried it and am posting it for ZWT3.

Provided by Acerast

Categories     Ham

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces elbow macaroni
4 hard-boiled eggs
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2/3 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon pimiento, chopped
1 cup ham, Danish boiled, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Cook the macaroni al dente as directed on the package. Drain well and set aside to cool.
  • In a salad bowl mash the yolks of two of the eggs, reserving the egg whites for another use.
  • Add the mustard and salt to the yolks.
  • Gradually mix in the mayonnaise, the fold in the sour cream.
  • Add the pimiento, ham and cooled macaroni, toss gently but thoroughly.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  • Cover and chill at least one hour.
  • Slice the remaining 2 eggs into rounds.
  • Place the eggs rounds decoratively on the top of the salad and sprinkle with the parsley or dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.5, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 234, Sodium 814, Carbohydrate 52.5, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 15.7

MACARONI-HAM SALAD



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Old recipe. a change from reg. macaroni salad. You may top it with sliced hard cook eggs if you like or use canned peas.

Provided by angelfan

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 32m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cooked macaroni
1 cup diced cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons salad oil
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 cup diced cooked ham
1 cup frozen green pea, thawed
1 cup diced celery
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • After the macaroni is cooked, while it is still hot, and has been drained, drizzle with oil and vinegar.
  • Add onion pepper, and cheese.
  • Toss with peas, ham and celery.
  • Stir in mayo.
  • Serve on lettuce if you prefer.

MACARONI/HAM PASTA SALAD



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This is so good along side a sandwich or even a meat dish. I didn't use mayo, but Italian dressing, large macaroni, cheddar cheese, salt-n-pepper, chopped carrot and added peppers

Provided by VickyJ

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small head lettuce
1 cup diced celery
2 cups cooked macaroni
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped sweet gherkin
1 cup cooked English pea
3 medium tomatoes, cut in wedges
1 cup cooked ham, cubed
1 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Arrange outside leaves of lettuce in a salad bowl. Shred inside leaves; toss with remaining ingredients. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.5, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 15.7, Sodium 185.8, Carbohydrate 16.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 4.5, Protein 5.6

MACARONI HAM SALAD



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Make and share this Macaroni Ham Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Petunia

Categories     Healthy

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups macaroni, cooked
1 cup canned ham, chopped (or a small can of Hormel type shredded)
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
1/2 cup muenster cheese, cubed
mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except the mayo.
  • After mixing everything, add enough mayo to suit your tastes.
  • Chill at least 2 hours before serving.

HAM AND SHRIMP MACARONI SALAD



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"This refreshing summer salad, chock-full of ham and shrimp, is almost a complete meal in itself," says Andrea Bolden from Unionville, Tennessee. "Served with freshly baked bread and a fruit dessert, it's a great lunch."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups cubed cooked ham or chicken
4 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1 cup frozen cooked small shrimp, thawed
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup each chopped onion, green pepper and sweet red pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
DRESSING:
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons vinegar
1 teaspoon snipped fresh dill or 1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the ham, macaroni, shrimp, celery, onion, peppers and cheese. In another bowl, combine the dressing ingredients until blended. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and chill for several hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 9g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For the best macaroni salad, use high-quality mayonnaise. Look for a brand that is made with real eggs and oil, and avoid brands that contain a lot of sugar or additives.
  • Use fresh, crisp vegetables. This will help to ensure that your macaroni salad is flavorful and refreshing.
  • Don't overcook the macaroni. It should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Chill the macaroni salad before serving. This will help to firm up the macaroni and make it more flavorful.
  • Garnish the macaroni salad with fresh herbs, such as parsley, dill, or chives. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Macaroni salad is a classic summer dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a macaroni salad that is sure to be a hit.

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