Parma Ham and Caprese Pasta Salad
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Parma Ham and Caprese Pasta Salad
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Parma Ham and Caprese Pasta Salad is the ideal salad for serving up all summer long!
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Ingredients
Parma Ham and Caprese Pasta Salad Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) pasta shell pasta or other preferred shape
- 1 lb (450) cherry (grape) tomatoes halved
- 1 lb (450g) mozzarella pearls
- 3 tablespoon pesto optional
- 4 tbsp fresh basil leaves shredded
- 10 lices Parma Ham roughly torn
- balsamic vinegar to drizzle
Instructions
Parma Ham and Caprese Pasta Salad Instructions
- Mix the mozzarella pearls with pesto (if using) and set aside to marinate.
- Cook pasta until it is al dente following the package instructions, then drain and allow it to cool.
- Next, combine the pasta, basil and Parma ham with the mozzarella pesto mixture. Stir to combine.
- Drizzle the salad with balsamic vinegar, to taste.
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until needed.
Notes
- Chef’s Tip: For the very best flavour, make sure to serve Parma Ham at room temperature.
- There are 12 Freestyle SmartPoints in a serving of Parma Ham and Caprese Pasta Salad.
- To prevent the cooked pasta from sticking, drizzle with a little bit of olive oil after draining.
- You can also use whole mozzarella cut into pieces instead of the mozzarella pearls.
- To make this salad gluten free, make sure to use gluten-free pasta.
- if making this salad in advance, do not add the basil until just before serving. You’ll want the basil to be as fresh as possible for maximum flavour.
- You can make Parma Ham and Caprese Pasta Salad ahead of time, then store covered in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
416kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
45g
(15%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Cholesterol
27mg
(9%)
Sodium
151mg
(6%)
Potassium
268mg
(8%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
421IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
13mg
(14%)
Calcium
227mg
(23%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 416 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 416kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 151mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 268mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 421IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 227mg | 23% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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