Too Easy Pasta Salad

Submitted by HAPPY TRACE

"This is my party must have, i have to double the recipe and there still isnt enough!i was tired of creamy salads and came across this dressing in a magazine about 10 years ago. its wonderfully refreshing and keeps well. you can add whatever you have in the fridge."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 250 g dry spiral shaped pasta
• 1 red capsicum, chopped finely
• 1 green capsicum, chopped finely
• 125 g ham hocks, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

• dressing

• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 2 tablespoons canola oil

directions

1. Cook pasta till just tender.
2. drain and run under cold water till cold.
3. drain well.
4. place pasta in a large bowl with ham, capsicums and chives.
5. combine dressing ingredients in a jar and shake well till combined.
6. pour over salad and toss well.

Reviews

[Stardustannie]

Loved it! Another great recipe to use up left over Xmas ham. I used wholemeal pasta and spring onions in place of chives. Thanks for sharing...it's a keeper!