{"id":377900,"date":"2025-04-23T20:09:31","date_gmt":"2025-04-23T13:09:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=377900"},"modified":"2026-03-26T21:05:35","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T14:05:35","slug":"pasta-and-ham-salad-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/pasta-and-ham-salad-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Delicious Homemade Pasta and Ham Salad Recipes You&#8217;ll Love to Make!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to quick and tasty meals, pasta salads are a delightful choice! They combine flavors and textures that keep your taste buds dancing. Plus, they\u2019re super simple to make, perfect for a lunch or dinner that feels special without taking hours in the kitchen.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/pasta-and-ham-salad-recipes\/#Creamy_Pesto_Pasta_and_Ham_Salad\" >Creamy Pesto Pasta and Ham Salad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/pasta-and-ham-salad-recipes\/#Sweet_and_Tangy_Ham_Pasta_Salad\" >Sweet and Tangy Ham Pasta Salad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/pasta-and-ham-salad-recipes\/#Italian_Ham_and_Spinach_Pasta_Salad\" >Italian Ham and Spinach Pasta Salad<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Creamy_Pesto_Pasta_and_Ham_Salad\"><\/span>Creamy Pesto Pasta and Ham Salad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/13983277\/pexels-photo-13983277.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Creamy Pesto Pasta and Ham Salad\" title=\"Creamy Pesto Pasta and Ham Salad\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Marios Gkortsilas on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/sliced-vegetables-on-brown-wooden-chopping-board-13983277\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Orchid\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pesto-pasta-and-ham-salad-1745320948.jpg\" alt=\"Pesto Pasta and Ham Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteandtellblog.com\/pesto-pasta-and-ham-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pesto Pasta and Ham Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Taste and Tell<\/p>\n<p><small>Ingredients: 35 \u043c\u0438\u043d <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/creamy-pesto-pasta-salad-1745320949.jpg\" alt=\"Creamy Pesto Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/somuchfoodblog.com\/creamy-pesto-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Creamy Pesto Pasta Salad<\/a><\/strong> from So Much Food<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 25 \u043c\u0438\u043d <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PaleTurquoise\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/best-over-ham-pesto-pasta-1745320949.jpg\" alt=\"Best-over Ham &amp; Pesto Pasta\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verybestbaking.com\/carnation\/recipes\/best-over-ham-and-pesto-pasta\/\" target=\"_blank\">Best-over Ham &amp; Pesto Pasta<\/a><\/strong> from Very Best Baking<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5. Ingredients: 4, 5(2) <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This salad is a wonderful blend of flavors, marrying the rich taste of pesto with tender pasta and savory ham. It\u2019s a creamy, dreamy concoction that feels like a warm hug in a bowl. The cooking technique involves a quick boil for the pasta followed by a simple mix, making you feel like a gourmet chef without all the fuss.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>8 oz of rotini pasta<\/li>\n<li>1 cup diced ham<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup homemade or store-bought pesto<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup heavy cream<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<li>Fresh basil leaves for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this recipe special is the creamy pesto sauce that envelops each piece of pasta, giving it a burst of flavor that\u2019s truly irresistible. The cherry tomatoes add a pop of color and freshness, making it not only delicious but also visually appealing. This dish is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or just a cozy dinner at home\u2014anyone who tries it will be asking for the recipe!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/creamy-pesto-mayo-pasta-salad-egg-cheese-pasta-salad-1745320973.jpg\" alt=\"Creamy Pesto Mayo Pasta Salad - Egg &amp; Cheese Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=88ygaFhELkI\" target=\"_blank\">Creamy Pesto Mayo Pasta Salad &#8211; Egg &amp; Cheese Pasta Salad<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/creamy-pesto-pasta-salad-one-of-my-favourite-lunches-1745320973.jpg\" alt=\"CREAMY PESTO PASTA SALAD One of my favourite lunches ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@emthenutritionist\/video\/7226259628269604123?lang=es\" target=\"_blank\">CREAMY PESTO PASTA SALAD One of my favourite lunches &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(tiktok.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/creamy-pesto-pasta-salad-1745320973.jpg\" alt=\"Creamy Pesto Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=XuN341sJ5Qo\" target=\"_blank\">Creamy Pesto Pasta Salad<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sweet_and_Tangy_Ham_Pasta_Salad\"><\/span>Sweet and Tangy Ham Pasta Salad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5693388\/pexels-photo-5693388.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Sweet and Tangy Ham Pasta Salad\" title=\"Sweet and Tangy Ham Pasta Salad\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Alex Green on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/asian-grandmother-pouring-milk-in-cup-for-grandson-5693388\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightGoldenRodYellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ham-pasta-salad-20-minute-recipe-1745320956.jpg\" alt=\"Ham Pasta Salad (20-Minute Recipe)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/juliasalbum.com\/ham-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ham Pasta Salad (20-Minute Recipe)<\/a><\/strong> from Julia&#039;s Album<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8. Ingredients: 20 \u043c\u0438\u043d <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:MistyRose\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ham-and-shell-salad-1745320956.jpg\" alt=\"Ham and Shell Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/148470\/ham-and-shell-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ham and Shell Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5. Ingredients: 2 \u0447 25 \u043c\u0438\u043d <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Blue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ham-pasta-salad-1745320956.jpg\" alt=\"Ham Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theseasonedmom.com\/ham-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ham Pasta Salad<\/a><\/strong> from The Seasoned Mom<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 50 \u043c\u0438\u043d <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a salad that strikes a perfect balance between sweet and tangy, this one is for you! With a delightful dressing that adds a zesty kick, this dish is a refreshing take on a classic pasta salad. The technique involves boiling the pasta, mixing it with fresh ingredients, and letting it chill to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>8 oz of penne pasta<\/li>\n<li>1 cup diced ham<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup diced bell peppers (red and yellow for color)<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup chopped green onions<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup sweet pickle relish<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup mayonnaise<\/li>\n<li>2 tbsp apple cider vinegar<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This sweet and tangy ham pasta salad is popular for its unique flavor profile that keeps everyone coming back for seconds. The sweet pickle relish adds a surprising layer of flavor that will wow your family and friends. It\u2019s perfect for summer barbecues or as a side dish at your next gathering\u2014everyone will be raving about it long after the meal is over!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/delicious-sweet-and-tangy-pasta-salad-recipe-1745320977.jpg\" alt=\"Delicious Sweet and Tangy Pasta Salad Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@theeprettychef_home\/video\/7493950801648405765\" target=\"_blank\">Delicious Sweet and Tangy Pasta Salad Recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(tiktok.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/creamy-bacon-ham-and-pea-pasta-salad-plus-what-extras-1745320977.jpg\" alt=\"Creamy Bacon Ham and Pea Pasta Salad Plus What Extras ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZvQh_--s6ug\" target=\"_blank\">Creamy Bacon Ham and Pea Pasta Salad Plus What Extras &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/bring-this-delicious-macaroni-and-ham-cold-salad-to-1745320977.jpg\" alt=\"Bring This Delicious MACARONI AND HAM COLD SALAD to ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=TyyjAkYaU6A\" target=\"_blank\">Bring This Delicious MACARONI AND HAM COLD SALAD to &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Italian_Ham_and_Spinach_Pasta_Salad\"><\/span>Italian Ham and Spinach Pasta Salad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/4577454\/pexels-photo-4577454.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Italian Ham and Spinach Pasta Salad\" title=\"Italian Ham and Spinach Pasta Salad\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Rachel Claire on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/bowl-of-delicious-pasta-salad-on-table-4577454\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSalmon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/italian-pasta-salad-1745320959.jpg\" alt=\"Italian Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/diethood.com\/italian-pasta-salad-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Italian Pasta Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Diethood<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: Pasta shells, cherry tomatoes, pepperoni, italian salad dressing, pepperoncini Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:CornflowerBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ham-pasta-salad-20-minute-recipe-1745320959.jpg\" alt=\"Ham Pasta Salad (20-Minute Recipe)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/juliasalbum.com\/ham-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ham Pasta Salad (20-Minute Recipe)<\/a><\/strong> from Julia&#039;s Album<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8. Ingredients: Bow tie pasta, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, green olives, honey Total Time: 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Fuchsia\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/spinach-pasta-salad-1745320960.jpg\" alt=\"Spinach Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/16142\/spinach-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spinach Pasta Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7. Ingredients: Feta cheese, farfalle pasta, lemon, salad dressing, black olives Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>For a salad that feels both hearty and healthy, look no further than this Italian ham and spinach pasta salad! Packed with vibrant greens and savory ham, it\u2019s a dish that satisfies while keeping it light. The cooking method is straightforward: boil the pasta, saut\u00e9 the spinach, and toss everything together for a delightful meal that comes together in no time.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>8 oz of farfalle (bowtie) pasta<\/li>\n<li>1 cup diced ham<\/li>\n<li>2 cups fresh spinach<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup sliced black olives<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup Italian dressing<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This Italian ham and spinach pasta salad shines with its colorful ingredients and zesty dressing, making it a feast for the eyes and the palate. The feta cheese adds a salty, creamy touch that complements the savory ham perfectly. It\u2019s a fantastic option for meal prep, as it keeps well in the fridge and tastes even better the next day!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore these three mouthwatering homemade pasta and ham salad recipes that are sure to elevate your meal game and leave your taste buds craving more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":407196,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[586,1815,628,1121,521,861],"internal_tag":[24707],"class_list":["post-377900","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-salads","tag-cooking-techniques","tag-creamy-pesto-pasta","tag-meal-preparations","tag-pasta-dishes","tag-quick-meals","tag-salad-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/377900","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=377900"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/377900\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":558107,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/377900\/revisions\/558107"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/407196"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=377900"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=377900"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=377900"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=377900"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}