Pasta salad with ham and green peas in a creamy herb dressing

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 3 tbsp sour cream
• 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint
• 1.5 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 220 g dry penne pasta (feathers)
• 1.5 cups frozen green peas, defrosted
• 1 cup diced ham

Preparation:

1. In a large saucepan, bring salted water to a boil.
2. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, chives, mint, parsley, sour cream, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of freshly ground black pepper.
3. Add the pasta to boiling water and cook according to package directions. Three minutes before the pasta is done, add the green peas. Drain and rinse the pasta and peas under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
4. Add the ham to the bowl and toss. Season with salt and pepper to taste. The pasta salad is best served immediately.