Ham Salad

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Ham Salad

Delicious homemade ham salad sandwiches!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups finely diced cooked ham
  • 3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish (note: this may be a duplicate, see note below)
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup mayonnaise

Instructions:

  1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
  2. Chill in the refrigerator before serving.
  3. Serve between two slices of bread or with crackers.

Notes**:

  • There seems to be a duplicate mention of “sweet pickle relish” in the ingredient list (3 tablespoons and 2 tablespoons). You can go with either:
  • 3 tablespoons total
    OR
  • Start with 2 tablespoons, taste, and add a bit more to preference.

Sure! Here’s the full method for making Ham Salad, step by step:

Ham Salad – Method**

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

  • Finely dice 2 cups of cooked ham – you can use leftover baked ham, deli ham, or spiral ham.
  • Chop 1 green onion (both white and green parts) finely.
  • Measure out the rest:
  • 2–3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup mayonnaise

Step 2: Mix Everything Together

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine:
  • Diced ham
  • Sweet pickle relish
  • Dijon mustard
  • Chopped green onion
  • Black pepper
  • Mayonnaise
  • Stir well until everything is evenly coated and creamy.

Step 3: Taste and Adjust

  • Taste the ham salad and adjust seasoning:
  • Add more relish for sweetness.
  • Add a dash more pepper or mustard for tang and spice.
  • You can also add a pinch of salt if needed (though ham is usually salty enough).

Step 4: Chill

  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors blend and the texture firm up.

Step 5: Serve

  • Scoop onto bread to make sandwiches (try rye, white, whole grain, or even croissants).
  • Or serve with crackers as a snack, appetizer, or party spread.
  • It’s also great in lettuce wraps for a low-carb version.

Conclusion:**

This classic Ham Salad is the perfect way to turn leftover ham into something irresistibly creamy, tangy, and satisfying. With just a few simple ingredients—ham, sweet relish, mayo, and mustard—you can whip up a flavorful spread that’s perfect for sandwiches, crackers, or even lettuce cups.

It’s quick to make, easily customizable, and ideal for picnics, lunchboxes, or lazy summer dinners. The mix of salty ham, zesty mustard, and sweet relish creates a nostalgic flavor that’s both comforting and crave-worthy.

Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just craving a throwback deli-style sandwich, this ham salad is sure to hit the spot. Chill it, spread it, and enjoy every bite!

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