Ham and Egg Salad with Crackers
Elevate your lunch game with this Ham and Egg Salad with Crackers, a quick and satisfying recipe that combines creamy, hearty flavors with a delightful crunch. This easy-to-make dish features tender bits of hard-boiled eggs, savory ham, and crisp celery, all brought together in a luscious dressing made with mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. A touch of red onion and fresh parsley adds a pop of brightness, while salt and black pepper harmonize the flavors. Perfect for a no-fuss meal, this salad is served with a side of crunchy crackers, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch, picnic, or snack-worthy appetizer. Ready in just 25 minutes, this protein-packed recipe is a delicious balance of simplicity and flavor! Keywords: ham and egg salad, easy lunch ideas, egg salad with crackers, quick snack recipes, protein-packed meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Ham
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk Celery
- 2 tablespoons Red onion
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
- 20 pieces Crackers
Instructions
Place eggs in a medium saucepan and cover them with water. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.
Remove the eggs from the saucepan and transfer them to an ice water bath to cool for 5 minutes. Peel and chop the eggs into small pieces.
Finely dice the ham, celery, and red onion. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Stir until well blended.
Add the chopped eggs, ham, celery, red onion, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it into the salad. Fold gently to incorporate.
Chill the ham and egg salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Serve the salad with a side of crackers. Scoop the salad onto crackers for a perfect bite-sized treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
455 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.8 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 221 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 1550 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 279 mg | 6% | |
*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.
