Description
Indulge in the nostalgia of family gatherings with this Old-Fashioned Ham Salad. Featuring savory diced ham, creamy mayonnaise, and crunchy sweet pickles, this dish is perfect for summer picnics or holiday celebrations. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it can be enjoyed on crackers or as a sandwich filling. With vibrant colors and a delightful crunch, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser that brings back fond memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced ham (about 300g)
- 1 cup mayonnaise (240g)
- 1/2 cup sweet pickles, chopped (75g)
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped (50g)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop the diced ham into smaller pieces if necessary.
- In a large bowl, mix together the diced ham, mayonnaise, and mustard until well combined.
- Add sweet pickles, celery, and onion powder; stir until everything is evenly mixed.
- Season with freshly cracked pepper to taste.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled on buttery crackers or as a sandwich filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg