Dairy-Free Ham and Cheese Salad
Looking for a fresh and satisfying salad that’s full of flavor yet completely dairy-free? This Dairy-Free Ham and Cheese Salad is the perfect solution! Packed with crisp mixed salad greens, juicy grape tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and a hint of sharpness from red onions, this dish delivers a medley of textures and tastes. The star ingredients—savory diced ham and creamy dairy-free cheddar cheese—bring a comforting, classic flavor combination to the table without the use of dairy. Tossed with tangy dairy-free ranch dressing and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this quick and easy salad comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal option for a light lunch or a crowd-pleasing side dish. It's gluten-free, effortlessly customizable, and perfect for those following a dairy-free diet.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup dairy-free cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked ham, diced
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup dairy-free ranch dressing
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Begin by washing the mixed salad greens thoroughly under cold running water. Shake off excess water or use a salad spinner to dry them gently.
In a large mixing bowl, add the prepared salad greens as the base of your salad.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and halve the grape tomatoes. Add these into the salad bowl.
Dice the cooked ham into bite-sized pieces and scatter them over the salad greens.
Sprinkle the dairy-free cheddar cheese evenly across the salad.
Add the thinly sliced red onion to the bowl for a touch of sharp flavor.
Pour the dairy-free ranch dressing over the salad. Use tongs to gently toss the salad until all ingredients are well combined and coated with dressing.
Season the salad with salt and black pepper, adjusting according to your taste preference.
Garnish the salad with fresh parsley. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to an hour before serving for a refreshing, cold salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1481 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.2 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.7 g | 268% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 138 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 6990 mg | 304% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 65.9 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1406 mg | 108% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1691 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
