Cranberry and Almond Pasta Salad

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Sweet and tangy pasta salad filled with dried cranberries and almonds. Turkey can be used in place of the ham. Great served right away or chilled briefly.

Submitted by My Hot Southern Mess
Published on June 18, 2020
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
12 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • 1 (12 ounce) package bow-tie pasta (farfalle)

  • 8 ounces diced ham

  • ½ cup thinly sliced celery

  • ½ cup dried cranberries

  • ½ cup sliced almonds

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar

  • ½ cup white sugar

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the bow-tie pasta at a boil until cooked through yet tender, about 12 minutes; drain.

  2. Rinse the pasta in cold water until completely chilled; drain. Transfer cool pasta to a large mixing bowl.

  3. Toss the ham, celery, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds with the bow-tie pasta to mix evenly.

  4. Stir the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar together in a bowl.

  5. Pour the mayonnaise dressing over the pasta mixture; toss to coat evenly.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

351 Calories
21g Fat
34g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 351
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g 27%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Cholesterol 17mg 6%
Sodium 350mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 34g 13%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 13g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 7mg 7%
Calcium 22mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 154mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.