Asian Salad With Summer Vegetables in Sesame Mayo Dressing

Name: Asian Salad With Summer Vegetables in Sesame Mayo Dressing
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 5
Cuisine: Asian,American
Ingredients: 1 cup Lady's Choice Real Mayonnaise; 1/2 piece onion (minced); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 500 grams salad macaroni (cooked); 1/2 cup ham (diced); 6 pieces tomatoes (chopped); 1/2 piece cucumber (sliced); 1/4 cup corn kernels; 2 teaspoons fresh basil (chopped); 1 piece plain granola bar (roughly chopped) [optional]; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste

This Asian salad brings together colorful vegetables and al dente macaroni in a creamy dressing with nutty sesame notes. Light yet satisfying, it’s a refreshing side dish you can assemble using pantry staples and leftover produce. Ideal for value seekers and smart pantry scavengers, it turns everyday ingredients into a vibrant, Asian-inspired go-to for quick, fuss-free meals.

Prep Time

10 mins
Cook Time

0 mins
Total Time

10 mins
Serves

5

Ingredients

1 cup Lady's Choice Real Mayonnaise
1/2 piece onion (minced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
500 grams salad macaroni (cooked)
1/2 cup ham (diced)
6 pieces tomatoes (chopped)
1/2 piece cucumber (sliced)
1/4 cup corn kernels
2 teaspoons fresh basil (chopped)
1 piece plain granola bar (roughly chopped) [optional]
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps

Prepare the Sesame Mayo Dressing Combine Lady’s Choice Real Mayonnaise, onion, garlic, and sesame oil in a large bowl. Whisk until smooth and evenly blended, with no streaks of oil remaining.
Coat the Macaroni Add the cooked salad macaroni to the bowl. Gently fold until every piece is coated with the dressing. Tip: Use a spatula and fold from the bottom up to prevent breaking the pasta and turning it mushy.
Add the Fresh Mix-Ins Add ham, tomatoes, cucumber, corn kernels, basil, and granola, if using. Fold gently until well distributed. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or chill briefly.