Ham and Pickle Pasta Salad
A delightful and creamy pasta salad bringing together savory ham and tangy pickles, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini or shells pasta
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup dill pickles, chopped
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and run under cold water.
- Mix the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Add pasta cooking water if needed.
- Add the garlic powder, salt, and pepper, adjusting seasonings to taste.
- Combine the cooled pasta, diced ham, and chopped dill pickles into the creamy base and gently fold.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve with a gentle stir, garnished with fresh dill if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite ingredients and make it your own! Ideal for picnics or family dinners.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: pasta salad, ham salad, summer dish, picnic food, creamy salad