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.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced ham, celery, red onion, and sweet pickles. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 2

In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the ham mixture. Stir to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.

Step 4

Add the chopped parsley (if using) and gently fold it into the salad for an extra burst of freshness.

Step 5

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 6

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve the Ninja Ham Salad as a filling for sandwiches, in wraps, or as a side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	963.9 grams (963.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1744

Total Fat 117.20g	150%
Saturated Fat 18.00g	90%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 393mg	131%
Sodium 8512mg	370%
Total Carbohydrate 60.80g	22%
Dietary Fiber 3.50g	13%
Total Sugars 28.20g
Protein 106.80g	214%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 123mg	9%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 1788mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.1%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 14.1%