Aaron's Favorite Ham Salad

Discover the ultimate blend of savory and tangy flavors with "Aaron's Favorite Ham Salad," a quick and easy recipe that’s perfect for lunch, snacks, or light dinners. Made with tender diced ham, crunchy celery, and zesty dill pickles, this classic salad is elevated by a creamy dressing of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey for a subtle sweetness. Fresh parsley adds a pop of brightness, while salt and black pepper bring everything into harmony. Ready in just 15 minutes and served best after a quick chill in the fridge, this versatile dish can be enjoyed in sandwiches, as a cracker topping, or as a protein-packed addition to salads. Whether you're meal prepping or whipping up a crowd-pleasing picnic dish, this ham salad checks all the boxes.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 cups Cooked ham
1 stalk Celery
2 medium-sized Dill pickle
0.5 cup Mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Honey
2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
0.25 teaspoon Salt
0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Dice the cooked ham into small, bite-sized pieces and transfer to a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely chop the celery and dill pickles, then add them to the ham.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and honey. Whisk until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Finely chop the fresh parsley and add it to the ham mixture.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the ham mixture and gently stir until everything is well coated.

Step 6

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and mix again to ensure even seasoning.

Step 7

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a filling for sandwiches, a topping for crackers, or alongside fresh greens.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(809.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1635.0

Total Fat 115.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 403.4mg	0%
Sodium 9381.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 8.4g
Protein 109.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 129.2mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 1673.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.4%

Protein: 26.7%

Carbs: 9.9%