Ham Salad

5 from 6 votes

This Ham Salad is the epitome of comfort food made simple. With finely chopped cooked ham blended with creamy mayonnaise, crunchy celery, tangy sweet pickle relish, and a hint of Dijon mustard, each bite is a delightful mix of flavors and textures. It's incredibly easy to whip up and perfect for a variety of occasions

Prep Time15

Cook Time0

Total Time15

Course: Brunch, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Keyword: ham salad

Servings:

Calories: 257kcal

Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

KitchenAid 7-cup Food Processor

Ingredients

4 cups cooked ham finely chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup celery finely diced
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

In a food processor, add your chunks of ham. Pulse a few times until the ham is finely chopped but not completely pureed. You want some texture in there.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped ham, mayonnaise, celery, sweet pickle relish, Dijon mustard, and black pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.
Give your ham salad a quick taste. Adjust the seasoning if needed. Maybe a tad more pepper or a bit more relish depending on your preference.
Transfer the ham salad to a container with a lid and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. Serve it on your favorite bread, crackers, or even wrapped in lettuce for a low-carb option!

Notes

Ham Selection: You can use leftover cooked ham, deli ham, or even canned ham. If you prefer a less salty option, go for a lower-sodium ham.
Texture Tip: For the best texture, chop the ham in a food processor until it's finely chopped but still has some texture. Avoid over-processing to prevent it from becoming too paste-like.
Customize Your Flavor: Feel free to adjust the amounts of mayonnaise, mustard, and relish to suit your taste. Add more relish for sweetness or more mustard for tanginess.
Make-Ahead: This salad can be made ahead and stored in the fridge. In fact, it tastes better after it has been chilled for a few hours as the flavors meld together.
Serving Suggestions: Serve it on bread, croissants, or crackers. It's also great in lettuce wraps for a low-carb option or as a filling for tomatoes and avocados.

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