Aussie Ham And Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Aussie Ham And Pasta Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 x OO grams Australian leg ham; 2 1/2 c. spiral pasta; 1 sm spanish onion, thinly sliced; 100 gm black olives; 1 lrg zucchini; 400 gm canned artichoke hearts, liquid removed; 3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 2 Tbsp. white vinegar; 2 Tbsp. dijon mustard; 2 Tbsp. freshly minced basil freshly grnd pepper, to taste watercress, for garnish

Servings: persons

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Cook pasta in boiling water till tender, add in a drop of oil to prevent the pasta clinging together.
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Drain and rinse.
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Cut ham into thin strips.
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Cut zucchini into thin slices then place 2 to 4 pcs together and cut into thin strips.
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Cut artichoke hearts into quarters.
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Assemble salad in a medium-sized salad bowl, mixing pasta, ham, onion, olives, zucchini and artichokes gently together.
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Combine dressing ingredients together in a covered container, shake well.
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Pour dressing over salad and garnish with watercress.

801

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 x OO grams Australian leg ham, 2 1/2 c. spiral pasta, 1 sm spanish onion, thinly sliced, 100 gm black olives, and more.

Yes, Aussie Ham And Pasta Salad Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!