Leftovers Loaded Ham Pasta Salad

_INGREDIENTS:

• 500g pasta (Fusilli, spirals, or bowties work well)
• 1½ cups diced leftover ham (or sausages)
• ½ cup black olives, sliced
• 1 small red onion, diced
• 1 red capsicum
• 1 cup courgette (raw) or cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ cup fresh basil, torn (optional)

_DRESSING:

• ⅓ cup olive oil
• 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 Tbsp honey
• Salt and pepper, to taste

_{INSTRUCTIONS:}

1. Cook the pasta according to packet instructions.
2. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking. Let the pasta cool completely.
3. Dice the leftover ham or sausages and all your chosen vegetables. Slice the olives in half.
4. To make the dressing, in a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced vegetables, ham, and basil (if using)
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.
7. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

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