Monday, July 20, 2009

{soups-salads-and-salad-dressings} Basil Pasta and Ham Salad

 

Basil Pasta and Ham Salad
Country Pork


With fresh basil and tomatoes in the dressing, this refreshing salad delightfully captures the flavor of summer.

SERVINGS: 8
CATEGORY: Salads
METHOD:
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Ingredients:
TOMATO BASIL DRESSING:
1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
2-1/2 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

Directions:
In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, onions, oil, lemon juice, garlic, sugar, salt and pepper if desired. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
   Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions until firm to the bite; drain and rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large salad bowl. Stir in the ham, olives and basil. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Yield: 8 servings.


Nutrition Facts
One serving:One 3/4-cup serving (prepared with low-fat ham and without salt)
Calories: 186 Fat:6 g Saturated Fat:0 g Cholesterol:8 mg Sodium:333 mg Carbohydrate:26 g Fiber:0 g Protein:8 g

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 

            Beth Layman  :)


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