Macaroni Salad with Peas and Ham Recipe

Name: Macaroni Salad with Peas and Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pound large elbow macaroni; 1 6-ounce piece of ham, cut into 1/3-inch cubes (about 3/4 cup); 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 3/4 cup frozen petite peas, thawed; 3/4 cup chopped celery; 1/3 cup chopped shallots; 1/3 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley; 2 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

3/4 pound large elbow macaroni
1 6-ounce piece of ham, cut into 1/3-inch cubes (about 3/4 cup)
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3/4 cup frozen petite peas, thawed
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped shallots
1/3 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1
Cook macaroni in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
2
Drain; rinse with cold water and drain well.
3
Place macaroni in large bowl.
4
Add ham, bell pepper, peas, celery, shallots and parsley.
5
Whisk vinegar, lemon juice and mustard in small bowl to blend; whisk in oil.
6
Season dressing with salt and pepper.
7
Toss salad with dressing.
8
Cover; chill at least 2 and up to 6 hours, tossing occasionally.
9
Serve salad cold or at room temperature.

305

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pound large elbow macaroni, 1 6-ounce piece of ham, cut into 1/3-inch cubes (about 3/4 cup), 1 red bell pepper, chopped, 3/4 cup frozen petite peas, thawed, and more.

Yes, Macaroni Salad with Peas and Ham 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!

Macaroni Salad with Peas and Ham

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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