7-Layer Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: 7-Layer Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 8 ounces farfalle (about 4 cups); 2 stalks broccoli, cut into florets; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; Juice of 1 lime; Freshly ground pepper; 2 avocados, diced; 1 12 -ounce piece deli ham, diced (about 2 cups); 8 ounces yellow cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 small head romaine lettuce, sliced; 2 tomatoes, diced

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
8 ounces farfalle (about 4 cups)
2 stalks broccoli, cut into florets
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Juice of 1 lime
Freshly ground pepper
2 avocados, diced
1 12 -ounce piece deli ham, diced (about 2 cups)
8 ounces yellow cheddar cheese, shredded
1 small head romaine lettuce, sliced
2 tomatoes, diced

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the pasta and cook until al dente (about 2 minutes less than the label directs), adding the broccoli during the last 4 minutes of cooking.
3
Drain the pasta and broccoli and rinse under cool water; shake off the excess.
4
Remove the broccoli and pat dry.
5
Whisk the mayonnaise, buttermilk, 1/4 cup chives, the parsley, half of the lime juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste.
6
Toss the pasta and a few tablespoons of the dressing in a medium bowl.
7
Assemble the salad: Toss the avocados with the remaining lime juice in a large glass serving bowl and season with salt; arrange in an even layer.
8
Top with layers of the ham, broccoli, pasta, cheese, lettuce and tomatoes.
9
Drizzle some of the remaining dressing on top and sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon chives, or cover and refrigerate the salad and dressing separately up to 6 hours.
10
(Bring to room temperature before serving.)
11
Photograph by Yunhee Kim

710

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 8 ounces farfalle (about 4 cups), 2 stalks broccoli, cut into florets, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, and more.

Yes, 7-Layer Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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7-Layer Pasta Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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