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The Ultimate Old-Fashioned Leftover Ham Salad

A mound of creamy ham salad recipe featuring diced ham and relish served on a white plate.
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Make this classic, creamy ham salad spread quickly using leftover ham. It delivers a savory and tangy flavor perfect for sandwiches or as a picnic appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked ham, finely chopped or ground
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of salt (optional)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery (optional, for crunch)

Instructions

  1. Place the finely chopped or ground ham into a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Add the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, onion powder, and black pepper to the bowl.
  3. If you are using celery, add it now.
  4. Mix all ingredients together thoroughly until the ham salad is evenly combined and creamy.
  5. Taste the mixture and add a pinch of salt if needed, depending on the saltiness of your ham.
  6. Cover the bowl and chill the ham salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to blend.
  7. Serve your homemade deli salad on bread for sandwiches, with crackers, or as a scoop on lettuce wraps.

Notes

  • For the best texture, pulse the ham in a food processor until finely ground, but do not over-process into a paste.
  • This simple spread recipe is great for meal prepping and keeps well for up to five days in an airtight container.
  • To make this a tangier ham salad, increase the Dijon mustard slightly or add a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar.

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