Ninja Ham Salad
Elevate your lunchtime game with Ninja Ham Salad, a quick and flavorful recipe that’s perfect for meal prep or entertaining. Featuring diced cooked ham, crunchy celery, tangy sweet pickles, and a zesty dressing made with Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, and a splash of lemon juice, this salad strikes the ideal balance between creamy, savory, and fresh. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dish can be served chilled as a hearty sandwich filling, wrapped in lettuce leaves for a low-carb option, or enjoyed solo as a protein-packed side. With the optional addition of fresh parsley for a pop of color and brightness, Ninja Ham Salad is your go-to recipe for effortless meals that don’t skimp on flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked ham, diced
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup sweet pickles, chopped
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced ham, celery, red onion, and sweet pickles. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the ham mixture. Stir to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
Add the chopped parsley (if using) and gently fold it into the salad for an extra burst of freshness.
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the Ninja Ham Salad as a filling for sandwiches, in wraps, or as a side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1744 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.2 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 393 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 8512 mg | 370% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.8 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 106.8 g | 214% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1788 mg | 38% | |
*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.
