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Leftover Ham Salad Sandwich Spread

A creamy and crunchy spread that turns leftover ham into a delicious sandwich filling, perfect for busy lunches or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 oz cooked ham, finely diced About 3 cups, use firm, cooked ham.
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard Can substitute with Dijon mustard for a sharper flavor.
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish Or dill pickle relish for a tangier taste.
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Can substitute with dill or chives.
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste Add salt cautiously as ham is salty.
Optional Serving Suggestions
  • Sandwich bread, crackers, or lettuce cups Various options for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Chop the cooked ham finely by hand or pulse in a food processor with short bursts.
  2. Finely dice the celery and red onion into very small pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the ham, celery, red onion, yellow mustard, mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, and chopped parsley.
  4. Gently stir until everything is evenly coated. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Season with freshly ground black pepper. Taste before adding additional salt.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
Serving
  1. Serve the spread on sandwich bread, with crackers, or spooned into lettuce cups.

Notes

This spread is perfect for busy lunches and casual gatherings. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Do not freeze as it may alter the texture.