Sweet, spicy, and irresistibly creamy, this Ham Salad Sweet and Spicy recipe is a game-changer for your next lunch or party spread. Combining tender, finely chopped cooked ham with a luscious dressing of mayonnaise, honey, Dijon mustard, and a touch of sriracha, this dish strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and heat. Crunchy bits of pickle relish, red onion, and celery add texture and tang, while a sprinkle of black pepper and paprika rounds out the bold flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect for busy days or quick entertaining. Serve it chilled on sandwiches, with crackers, or as a dip for a versatile and crowd-pleasing treat.
Chop the cooked ham into small, fine pieces or pulse it in a food processor to your desired texture.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, honey, Dijon mustard, sriracha sauce, and pickle relish. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Add the finely chopped red onion and celery to the bowl, mixing them into the dressing.
Fold the chopped ham into the mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Sprinkle black pepper and paprika over the salad, and gently mix until the seasoning is distributed throughout.
Cover and chill the ham salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the sweet and spicy ham salad chilled on sandwiches, with crackers, or as a dip for veggies.
Calories |
1833 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 115.0 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 403 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 7631 mg | 332% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.9 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.7 g | ||
| Protein | 109.0 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1656 mg | 35% | |
*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.