Bow Tie Pasta Salad Recipe
Bow tie pasta salad is made with cubed ham, red bell peppers, peas, cheddar cheese, and more. It's an easy side dish that's perfect for summer!
Servings: 8
Calories: 414kcal
Ingredients
Dressing
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons relish (sweet or dill)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Salad
- 1 pound bow tie pasta
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese diced
- 1 cup fully-cooked ham diced
- 1/2 small white or sweet onion peeled and finely diced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas thawed
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper seeded and finely diced
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Cover and refrigerate while you move on to the next steps.
- Boil the pasta according to the package directions, just until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss together all of the ingredients with the dressing. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- To store. Keep the leftover pasta salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Be sure to give it a good stir before serving as the dressing tends to settle at the bottom of the bowl.
Nutrition
Calories: 414kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 541mg | Potassium: 207mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 666IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 222mg | Iron: 1mg