Pineapple Ham Salad
Experience a delightful blend of savory and sweet with this quick and easy Pineapple Ham Salad. Perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing appetizer, this recipe combines tender bites of cooked ham with juicy pineapple chunks, crisp celery, and a touch of red onion for added zing. Tossed in a creamy dressing made from mayonnaise and Dijon mustard, this salad achieves the perfect balance of flavors in just 15 minutes of prep time. Serve it over a bed of mixed greens for a vibrant and satisfying dish, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or craving a no-cook meal, this Pineapple Ham Salad is a crowd-pleasing favorite packed with tropical flair and wholesome ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked ham
- 1.5 cups Pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 2 stalks Celery stalks
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 4 cups Mixed greens (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Dice the cooked ham into small bite-sized pieces and transfer them into a large mixing bowl.
If using fresh pineapple, core and cut it into small chunks. If using canned pineapple, drain it thoroughly. Add the pineapple chunks to the mixing bowl with the ham.
Thinly slice the celery stalks and finely chop the red onion. Add both to the bowl with the ham and pineapple.
In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the ham, pineapple, celery, and onion mixture. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
If desired, chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the top for garnish.
Serve immediately on a bed of mixed greens or refrigerate for 30 minutes to chill before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
533 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.2 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 2045 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 33.2 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1207 mg | 26% | |
*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.
