Ham and Shell Salad

Ham, peas, Cheddar cheese cubes, and shell pasta are dressed in a mayonnaise, vegetable oil, and lemon juice dressing for a nice alternative to traditional pasta salads.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 11 mins
• Total Time: 21 mins
• Calories: 365 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Fill a pot with lightly-salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in the shell pasta and cook until the pasta is tender but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.

Step 2

Stir the peas, ham, Cheddar cheese, onion, mayonnaise, vegetable oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; add the cooked pasta and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour, or until completely chilled, before serving.