Pasta Salad with Ham, Cheese, Mixed Veggies & Italian Dressing

Directions

1. Fill a medium saucepan halfway with water and bring it to a boil, then salt the water and drop in the pasta; cook for about 6 minutes, until almost tender.
2. While the pasta cooks, wash the produce and dry it thoroughly.
3. Trim the cucumber and cut it into medium dice; transfer to a medium bowl.
4. Trim and dice the bell pepper and add it to the bowl with the cucumber.
5. Dice the ham and add it to the bowl; set the mixture aside.
6. Peel and dice the carrot.
7. When the pasta is nearly done, add the carrot and broccoli to the pot and cook 3–4 minutes more until tender and the pasta is al dente.
8. Drain and rinse the pasta and vegetables under cold water, then add them to the bowl with the ham and vegetables.
9. Pour in the cheese and dressing, then toss until everything is evenly coated and combined.
10. To serve, divide the salad among plates or bowls and enjoy.