Here’s a classic ham salad 🥗—creamy, savory, and perfect for sandwiches, crackers, or a quick snack.
Ham Salad
Ingredients (4–6 servings)
- 2 cups cooked ham, finely chopped or ground
- ½ cup mayonnaise (adjust for creaminess)
- 1 small celery stalk, finely chopped
- 2–3 green onions, chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp mustard (Dijon or yellow)
- 1 tsp sweet pickle relish or finely chopped pickles
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional: hard-boiled egg, chopped
Instructions
- Mix ingredients
- In a bowl, combine ham, mayonnaise, celery, onions, mustard, and relish.
- Stir until evenly mixed.
- Season
- Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
- If using, gently fold in chopped hard-boiled egg.
- Chill & serve
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
- Serve on bread, crackers, or lettuce cups.
Tips & Variations
- Creamier: Add a little sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Tangier: Use a splash of pickle juice or Dijon mustard.
- Extra crunch: Add diced bell pepper or shredded carrot.
- Make-ahead: Keeps 3–4 days in the fridge.
If you want, I can give a lighter, low-carb ham salad version that’s perfect for wraps or lettuce cups.
