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Does a pasta and mandarin orange salad sound unusual? Give it a try! This creamy summer salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or family buffets. The combination of spicy ham, mild cheese, and sweet and sour mandarin oranges adds a special flavor kick. It's also incredibly easy to prepare, easy to prepare, and tastes even more intense the next day. Whether as a light meal or as a fruity and fresh addition to a side dish, this salad will liven things up. The mandarin oranges add freshness and a subtle sweetness, while the creamy mayonnaise or yogurt dressing rounds everything off smoothly. A sprinkling of chives or parsley adds an additional green accent – ideal especially in summer temperatures!
🍴 Ingredients for 4 servings
250g pasta (e.g., fusilli or farfalle)
1 small can of mandarin oranges (approx. 175g drained weight)
150g cooked ham, cut into small cubes
100g cheese (e.g., Gouda or Emmental), diced
4 tbsp mayonnaise or yogurt (or half and half)
A squeeze of lemon juice or cucumber juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped
👩🍳 Preparation
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