This Layered Pasta Salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with a variety of textures and flavors. The creamy dressing coats layers of crisp lettuce, tender pasta, colorful vegetables, savory ham, and sharp cheddar cheese. It’s a perfect make-ahead salad for potlucks, picnics, or a satisfying light meal.
Ingredients:
Dressing:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Mayonnaise | 1/2 cup |
| Sour Cream | ¾ cup |
| White Wine Vinegar | 2 teaspoons |
| Sugar | 1 teaspoon |
| Dijon Mustard | 2 teaspoons |
| Worcestershire Sauce | ½ teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Black Pepper | ½ teaspoon |
Salad:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Macaroni Pasta (cooked & drained) | 3 cups |
| Chopped Romaine Lettuce | 3 cups |
| Red Bell Pepper (diced) | Half of 1 pepper |
| Red Onion (finely diced) | ¼ cup |
| Frozen Green Peas (thawed) | ½ cup |
| Chopped Celery | ⅓ cup |
| Diced Ham | 1 ½ cups |
| Black Olives | ⅓ cup |
| Shredded Cheddar Cheese | ½ cup |
