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Deviled Ham Salad

Savory Deviled Ham Salad: A Delightful Spread for Any Gathering

Enjoy this Deviled Ham Salad, a creamy and crunchy spread perfect for using leftover ham at any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spread
  • 2 cups finely chopped leftover ham
  • 1 cup softened cream cheese can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 1/4 cup chopped pickles sweet or dill, based on preference
  • 2 tablespoons mustard yellow or Dijon
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder can use fresh onions
  • 1 pinch black pepper or cayenne pepper for spiciness
Optional Additions
  • chopped fresh herbs fresh dill or parsley
  • hot sauce to taste
  • roasted red peppers for smoky flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Deviled Ham Spread
  1. Begin by placing 1 cup of softened cream cheese into a mixing bowl. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
  2. Add 2 cups of finely chopped leftover ham to the cream cheese. Mix on low speed or fold gently to combine, about 1–2 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1/4 cup of chopped pickles, 2 tablespoons of mustard, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and a pinch of black pepper. Fold these ingredients into the mixture for another 1–2 minutes.
  4. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more mustard, pickles, or black pepper as desired.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl. Refrigerate for 30 minutes if desired to meld the flavors.
  6. Serve with crackers, toasted bread, or fresh vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Flavors deepen after a day, making it even more delicious.

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