Ham Salad

This ham salad with hard-cooked eggs, mayonnaise, and pickle relish is quick and easy to make. Serve with assorted crackers.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Course lunch/dinner

Cuisine American

Servings 12 people

Calories 1327.4 kcal

Equipment

1 Chef's knife
1 Cutting Board
1 Medium Mixing Bowl
1 Small Mixing Bowl
1 Rubber Spatula or Mixing Spoon

Ingredients

Main

3 cups ground fully cooked ham
2 hard-cooked eggs chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
4 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoons finely chopped onion
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard

Instructions

Gather all ingredients. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Mix ham, eggs, celery, pickle relish, and onion together in a medium bowl until combined. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Mix mayonnaise and mustard together in a small bowl. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Add to ham mixture and stir to coat. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Refrigerate until ready to serve. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

Notes

For optimal flavor, start with high-quality, fully cooked ham; a smoky variety can add considerable depth. Ensure all vegetables and eggs are uniformly chopped for a consistent texture. While the recipe specifies sweet relish, consider a mix of sweet and dill for a more complex profile, or a touch of Dijon mustard for a sharper bite instead of yellow mustard. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a dash of apple cider vinegar can brighten the overall taste. Avoid overmixing, as this can lead to a pasty texture; gently fold ingredients until just combined. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving, keeping in mind the inherent saltiness of ham. For enhanced presentation, garnish with fresh chives or finely chopped parsley. This salad excels when chilled for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.