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Easy Ham Salad

Leftover Easter Ham taking up space in the fridge?? Try this super-simple ham salad, which can be made with ingredients you probably already have on hand!

Here's what you need:

  • Leftover Easter Ham - bone-in, boneless, spiral-sliced, doesn't matter. No leftovers? A ham steak works great, too!
  • Celery and Onion - I recommend a yellow or Vidalia onion. The celery adds a nice crunch and lots of flavor.
  • Hard Boiled Eggs - they add a certain texture and richness.
  • Relish - some like it sweet, some prefer dill, or even rough-chop a pickle. If you aren't a fan of relish, leave it out. There's no rules here!
  • Mayonnaise - being from the south, it's only Duke's for me, but if you prefer Hellman's or Miracle Whip, knock yourself out.
  • Mustard - yep, it may sound odd, but it adds a nice flavor contrast. I recommend Dijon, but Spicy Brown or even yellow prepared work well.

Prep Time 20 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Cuisine:
Courses:
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 8
Calories: 32
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

A super-simple ham salad, which can be made with ingredients you probably already have on hand!

Ingredients
  • 2 pounds of leftover Easter ham (rough-chopped)
  • 2 stalks of celery (rough-chopped)
  • 2 Tablespoons of yellow onion (coarsely chopped)
  • 2 hard boiled eggs, peeled (coarsely chopped)
  • 1 cup of mayonnaise (or more to taste)
  • 2 Tablespoons of relish (sweet or dill)
  • 1 Tablespoon of Dijon mustard
  • fresh-cracked black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
  1. 1

    Place diced ham, coarsely-chopped celery, onion, and hard-boiled egg into a food processor and pulse 25-30 times, or until finely minced and thoroughly incorporated. Scrape down sides periodically if needed. 

  2. 2

    Combine mayonnaise, mustard, and relish in a medium-sized bowl. Add minced ham mixture and gently fold in with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until thoroughly mixed.

  3. 3

    Place a lid on the bowl or cover with plastic wrap and chill for a few hours before serving. Ham salad will keep in the fridge for 4-5 days. Freezing is not recommended as mayonnaise tends to separate when it thaws.

  4. 4

    Serve on fresh croissants, or bread of choice, topped with lettuce, tomato, and cheese if desired. (Also great on crackers as a dip)!! Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 32kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.3g4%
Saturated Fat 0.08g1%
Cholesterol 5.6mg2%
Sodium 161mg7%
Potassium 22.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 1.6g1%
Protein 1.3g3%
Calcium 1.2 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Samantha Doe
Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hi, I'm Samantha, a full-time food blogger, mother of 2 beautiful daughters and a lovely wife. I live in New Jersey with my family. Loves traveling, sharing new recipes, and spending time with my family.