Iowa Ham Salad

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A classic Midwestern spread made with finely chopped ham, creamy mayonnaise, and tangy mustard and relish—perfect for sandwiches, crackers, or quick lunches.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Course Lunch, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

mixing bowl
knife
cutting board
spoon
food processor (optional) for finer texture

Ingredients

3 cups cooked ham, finely chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
1 tbsp onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp celery, finely chopped
bread slices, crackers, or lettuce leaves for serving

Instructions

Finely chop the cooked ham using a knife or food processor until uniform in texture.
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped ham, mayonnaise, mustard, relish, onion, and celery.
Mix thoroughly until the salad becomes creamy and well blended. Adjust texture with more mayonnaise if needed.
Cover and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes to allow flavors to meld, if desired.
Serve on bread, crackers, or lettuce wraps and enjoy.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or mashed avocado. Chill before serving for best flavor. Avoid over-processing the ham to maintain a pleasant texture. Adjust sweetness by using dill relish instead of sweet.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 12gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

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