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Layered Pasta Salad

Fresh, colorful, and beautifully layered, this pasta salad brings together crisp veggies, tender pasta, savory ham, and a creamy tangy dressing. It’s a showstopper in a glass bowl and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.75 cup sour cream
  • 2 tsp white wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 3 cups macaroni pasta cooked
  • 3 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 0.5 red bell pepper diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion finely diced
  • 0.5 cup green peas thawed
  • 0.33 cup celery chopped
  • 1.5 cups ham diced
  • 0.33 cup black olives
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded

Method
 

  1. Whisk dressing ingredients until smooth.
  2. Layer lettuce in a large glass bowl.
  3. Add pasta, peppers, onion, peas, celery, ham, and olives in layers.
  4. Spread dressing evenly over the top.
  5. Finish with shredded cheese.
  6. Cover and refrigerate at least 5 hours.
  7. Toss just before serving.

Notes

For best results, use a clear bowl to show off the layers. You can swap ham for turkey or chicken, or add bacon for extra flavor.