ITALIAN HAM AND CHEESE SALAD

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I came up with this recipe when I was asked to prepare a main-dish salad for a ladies group on a limited budget. Everyone agreed it tasted like a million bucks!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (12 ounces) spiral pasta, cooked, drained and cooled
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 cup diced red onion
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
3/4 cup creamy Italian salad dressing
1/2 cup ranch salad dressing
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

Henry Madu
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This salad is simply delicious! The combination of flavors is perfect and the dressing is to die for. I will definitely be making this again and again.


shehab ayman
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This is my new favorite salad recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


British Ben
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when you need a quick and easy meal.


As Music Official
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover Easter ham. It's also a great option for a summer picnic.


Adepoju Clement
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I'm not a fan of croutons, so I omitted them from this recipe. The salad was still delicious without them.


Raymundo medina
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I like to make it on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week for lunch.


Sad Boy MD Alamin
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I'm allergic to dairy, so I used vegan cheese in this salad. It turned out great! The salad is still creamy and flavorful, even without the dairy.


Sylvester mazibuko Mazibuko
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the ham and cheese, and they don't even notice the vegetables.


Madelaine Swanepoel
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I followed the recipe exactly and my salad turned out great! The dressing is especially good. I'll definitely be making this again.


Olusegun Oladokun
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This salad is a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less ham next time. Otherwise, it's a great recipe.


its me
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I'm not a big fan of ham, but I really enjoyed this salad. The cheese and dressing were so flavorful that they masked the hammy taste. I'll definitely be making this again.


Fahria Ahmed
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover ham and cheese. It's also a great option for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. I like to add some chopped vegetables to the salad, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers, for extra flavor and nutrit


Lovely V
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I made this salad for a potluck party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. The recipe was easy to follow and the ingredients are all readily available. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Micheal Smart
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This Italian Ham and Cheese Salad is a delightful explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The combination of salty ham, creamy cheese, and tangy dressing is simply irresistible. I especially loved the crunchiness of the croutons, wh