Ham Salad: A Classic Way to Use Leftovers
Give your leftover ham a new life with this quick and easy Ham Salad recipe. With just 4 ingredients and a few minutes of prep, you’ll have a creamy, flavorful salad that’s perfect for sandwiches, crackers, or even as a dip.
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces diced ham (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 2 celery stalks, diced (about 3/4 cup)
- 5 dill pickle chips, chopped (about 1/4 cup)
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives (optional)
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients in a food processor.
- Pulse in 5-second bursts, scraping down the sides as needed, until the texture is chunky but spreadable.
- Serve with crackers or use as a sandwich filling.
Storage Tips:
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Do not freeze, as the celery texture will suffer and mayonnaise may separate.
Serving Options:
- Sandwiches: Use bread, croissants, or pitas.
- Lunchables: Fill a bento box with salad, crackers, and other treats.
- Lettuce Leaves:
A low-carb option similar to lettuce wraps. - Cucumber Slices: Another low-carb serving idea.
- As a Salad: Scoop ham salad onto Bibb lettuce for a retro twist.
- With Crackers: Serve with ranch crackers for an extra kick.
- Inside a Tortilla:
Roll into tortillas and slice into pinwheels.
Tips and Tricks:
- No food processor? Toss ingredients with yogurt or mince finely with a chef’s knife.
- Pulse, don’t puree, to achieve a chopped texture.
- Customize with Dijon mustard, red onions, macaroni, or hard-boiled eggs.
