This creamy and savory ham salad is a delightful snack or appetizer, perfect for spreading on crackers or bread. It’s quick to make and a great way to use up leftover ham.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked ham, finely chopped (use a food processor for a smoother texture)
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, diced
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped (adds crunch)
- 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish (optional, for a tangy flavor)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise (adjust to your desired creaminess)
- 1 teaspoon mustard (yellow or Dijon works well)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Crackers (Ritz or your favorite brand) for serving
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Use a sharp knife or food processor to finely chop the cooked ham.
- Dice the hard-boiled eggs and chop the celery into small pieces.
- Mix the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped ham, diced eggs, celery, and sweet pickle relish.
- Make the Dressing:
- In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and mustard until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the ham mixture.
- Combine and Season:
- Stir the mixture thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the mayo or mustard based on your preference for creaminess and tanginess.
- Chill:
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve:
- Transfer the ham salad to a serving bowl. Arrange crackers around the bowl for dipping or spreading.
- Optionally, garnish with a sprig of parsley or a few crackers placed in the salad for presentation.
Tips:
- You can add a touch of paprika or cayenne for a little heat.
- Swap the pickle relish with chopped dill pickles for a fresher taste.
- For a healthier twist, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
Enjoy your delicious homemade ham salad!