Deli Ham Salad Recipe
This easy deli ham salad is made just like we used to prepare it at the deli—just three ingredients and so much flavor. Use leftover ham or a store-bought boneless ham, grind it up with sweet pickles, and stir in creamy mayo. It’s the perfect sandwich filler, cracker spread, or lunchtime classic!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless cooked ham cubed (leftover or store-bought)
- 1½ cups sweet pickles drained
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- Using a KitchenAid stand mixer fitted with the coarse grinding plate, grind the cubed ham into a large bowl.
- Run the drained sweet pickles through the grinder and let them fall right into the bowl with the ham.
- Add the mayonnaise and use a spatula to mix until the salad is creamy and evenly combined.
- Taste and add more mayo or a splash of pickle juice if you'd like it creamier or tangier. Chill if desired, then serve on sandwiches, crackers, or in lettuce wraps.
Notes
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- If you don’t have a grinder, pulse the ham and pickles in a food processor until finely chopped—just be careful not to over-process.
- You can use bread and butter pickles for a sweeter version or dill pickles for a tangy twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Optional add-ins: a spoonful of Dijon mustard, chopped fresh dill, or finely minced onion.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 338kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 22gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 92mgSodium: 1574mgPotassium: 352mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 233IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg
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