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!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas using a fork or potato masher until they are broken down but still slightly chunky.

Step 2

Finely dice the dill pickle and celery stalk, and mince the red onion. Add them to the bowl with the mashed chickpeas.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and gently fold everything together until well-combined.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to preference.

Step 6

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve as a sandwich filling, on crackers, or with fresh greens for a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	420.2 grams (420.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	647

Total Fat 38.90g	50%
Saturated Fat 3.70g	19%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 45mg	15%
Sodium 2197mg	96%
Total Carbohydrate 63.20g	23%
Dietary Fiber 15.40g	55%
Total Sugars 10.90g
Protein 16.00g	32%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 173mg	13%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 886mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.5%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 37.9%