Ham salad

Here’s a classic Ham Salad recipe — creamy, tangy, savory, and perfect for sandwiches, crackers, or lettuce wraps. It’s a great way to use up leftover ham and comes together in minutes!

🥪 Classic Ham Salad Recipe

🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes | 🍽️ Serves: 4–6

🧾 Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked ham, finely chopped or ground

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise (adjust to taste)

• 2 tablespoons Dijon or yellow mustard

• 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish (or finely chopped pickles)

• 2 tablespoons celery, finely chopped

• 1 tablespoon onion, finely minced (optional)

• 1 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar (optional, for brightness)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Paprika or chopped parsley (optional garnish)

🔪 Instructions:

1. Chop or grind the ham:

   • You can pulse the ham in a food processor for a finer texture (don’t overdo it), or finely chop it by hand.

2. Combine ingredients:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the ham, mayo, mustard, relish, celery, and onion (if using).

3. Season:

   • Add lemon juice or vinegar if you want a bit of tang.

   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Chill (optional):

   • Let the salad chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.

5. Serve:

   • Scoop onto bread or toast for sandwiches, serve with crackers, stuff into tomatoes or celery sticks, or use as a dip.

📝 Variations:

• Deviled Ham Style: Add a dash of hot sauce, cayenne, or chopped jalapeños.

• Sweet & Tangy: Use honey mustard and add a bit more relish.

• Egg & Ham Salad: Add 1–2 chopped hard-boiled eggs.

• Low-Carb: Serve in lettuce cups or cucumber boats.