What makes a great ham salad?

A great ham salad balances savory ham with creamy dressing and crisp ingredients. Also, celery, pickles, onion, Dijon mustard, and parsley give this version crunch, tang, and freshness.

How to make the ultimate salad?

Start with good ham and cut every ingredient into small, even pieces. Then, add enough dressing to coat everything without hiding the chunky texture. Finally, taste before adding extra salt.

What is a good salad recipe with ham?

Ultimate Ham Salad makes a simple choice because it combines diced ham with celery, dill pickles, red onion, parsley, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard. Also, it takes only 15 minutes and needs no cooking.

How healthy is ham salad?

One serving provides 208 calories and 17 g protein. However, it also contains 1,272 mg sodium, so people who watch their sodium intake should keep that amount in mind when planning the rest of their meal.

Ultimate Ham Salad Recipe for a Quick and Creamy Lunch

Name: Ultimate Ham Salad Recipe for a Quick and Creamy Lunch
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups ham, diced small; 2 celery ribs, finely diced; 1/4 cup dill pickles, finely diced; 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; Kosher salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Description

This Ultimate Ham Salad combines savory diced ham, crisp celery, dill pickles, red onion, fresh parsley, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard. It is creamy, chunky, crunchy, and ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required.

Ingredients

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2 cups ham, diced small

2 celery ribs, finely diced

1/4 cup dill pickles, finely diced

1/4 cup red onion, finely diced

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Kosher salt, to taste

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1. Add the diced ham, celery, dill pickles, red onion, parsley, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard to a large bowl.

2. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

3. Mix until all ingredients are evenly coated and well combined.

4. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

5. Serve in sandwiches, lettuce wraps, over leafy greens, or as a side salad.

Notes

Dice the ham, vegetables, and pickles to roughly the same small size for an even, chunky texture.

Leftover cooked ham works well, while uncured ham steak works when leftovers are unavailable.

Ham and pickles can already taste salty, so taste the salad before adding much extra salt.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.

Do not leave the salad at room temperature for extended periods because it contains mayonnaise.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Lunch Recipes
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 208
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 1272 mg
Fat: 14 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
Trans Fat: 0.03 g
Carbohydrates: 2 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 17 g
Cholesterol: 44 mg