Mock Ham Salad
Savor the nostalgic comfort of classic deli flavors with this easy and flavorful Mock Ham Salad—a perfect plant-based alternative that's ready in just 15 minutes! Made with hearty mashed chickpeas, crisp celery, tangy dill pickles, and a creamy mayo-mustard dressing seasoned with smoky paprika and garlic, this vegan-friendly twist on ham salad offers all the savory satisfaction without the meat. Ideal for quick lunches or appetizers, you can serve it as a sandwich filling, spread it on crackers, or pair it with fresh salad greens for a light and wholesome meal. With its simple ingredients and bold, smoky flavor, this recipe is a must-try for those seeking a versatile, meat-free option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 medium dill pickle
- 1 medium celery stalk
- 2 tablespoons red onion
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon mustard (yellow or Dijon)
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas using a fork or potato masher until they are broken down but still slightly chunky.
Finely dice the dill pickle and celery stalk, and mince the red onion. Add them to the bowl with the mashed chickpeas.
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and gently fold everything together until well-combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to preference.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve as a sandwich filling, on crackers, or with fresh greens for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
647 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.9 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 2197 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 16.0 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 886 mg | 19% | |
*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.
