Pineapple Ham Salad

Experience a delightful blend of savory and sweet with this quick and easy Pineapple Ham Salad. Perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing appetizer, this recipe combines tender bites of cooked ham with juicy pineapple chunks, crisp celery, and a touch of red onion for added zing. Tossed in a creamy dressing made from mayonnaise and Dijon mustard, this salad achieves the perfect balance of flavors in just 15 minutes of prep time. Serve it over a bed of mixed greens for a vibrant and satisfying dish, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or craving a no-cook meal, this Pineapple Ham Salad is a crowd-pleasing favorite packed with tropical flair and wholesome ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked ham
• 1.5 cups Pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
• 2 stalks Celery stalks
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 4 cups Mixed greens (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

If using fresh pineapple, core and cut it into small chunks. If using canned pineapple, drain it thoroughly. Add the pineapple chunks to the mixing bowl with the ham.

Step 3

Thinly slice the celery stalks and finely chop the red onion. Add both to the bowl with the ham and pineapple.

Step 4

In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the ham, pineapple, celery, and onion mixture. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 6

If desired, chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the top for garnish.

Step 7

Serve immediately on a bed of mixed greens or refrigerate for 30 minutes to chill before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2059.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2021.6

Total Fat 117.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 403.4mg	0%
Sodium 8394.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 117.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.7g	0%
Total Sugars 43.6g
Protein 133.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 935.0mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 4796.3mg	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: 51.3%

Protein: 25.9%

Carbs: 22.8%