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Best Old-Fashioned Creamy Ham Salad Recipe for Leftovers

A generous mound of creamy ham salad recipe mixed with diced ham and green celery in a white bowl.
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This classic ham salad recipe transforms leftover ham into a creamy, tangy sandwich spread perfect for quick lunches or picnic appetizers. It is simple to prepare and always satisfying.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Place the finely chopped ham in a medium bowl.
  2. Add the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, chopped celery, yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, and black pepper to the bowl.
  3. Mix all ingredients together thoroughly until the ham is evenly coated and the mixture is creamy.
  4. Taste the salad and add a pinch of salt if needed, based on the saltiness of your ham.
  5. Cover the bowl and chill the ham salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to blend.
  6. Serve the ham salad on bread for a classic ham salad sandwich, with crackers, or on lettuce cups.

Notes

  • This recipe is excellent for using up leftover holiday ham.
  • For a smoother texture, pulse the ham briefly in a food processor before mixing.
  • This creamy salad spread keeps well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
  • You can add one hard-boiled egg, chopped, for extra richness, as some classic deli style salad recipes include.

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