Italian salad with vegetables, ham and cheese
4 servings
40 minutes
Italian salad with vegetables, ham, and cheese is a harmonious blend of fresh ingredients and rich flavors reflecting the traditions of Italian cuisine. Pasta, tomatoes, and sweet peppers add lightness and juiciness to the dish, while ham and cheese provide richness and depth of flavor. The salad is perfectly complemented by the creamy texture of mayonnaise, uniting all components into a single symphony of taste. It can serve as a standalone dish that is nutritious and satisfying or as a vibrant side to meat or fish main courses. Its history begins in Italian home kitchens where simple and accessible products are transformed into true gastronomic masterpieces. It's an excellent choice for friendly gatherings and family dinners, combining richness, freshness, and the coziness of home cooking.
1
Boil the pasta - it's best to use penne or spiral pasta in cold water, drain, and let them cool.
- Pasta: 400 g
2
Cut the tomatoes and peppers into cubes, and the ham into thin slices. Grate the cheese on a coarse grater.
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
- Sweet pepper: 2 pieces
- Ham: 300 g
- Cheese: 200 g
3
Mix all the ingredients and dress the salad with mayonnaise.
- Ham: 300 g
- Sweet pepper: 2 pieces
- Canned corn: 300 g
- Cheese: 200 g
- Pasta: 400 g
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
- Mayonnaise: to taste