Traditional Ham Salad

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

cooked ham

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: bologna

Turkey is leaner, while bologna is often less expensive.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Tofu offers a similar texture, while chickpeas are budget-friendly.

pickles

🥗Healthier: cucumber

💰Cheaper: relish

Cucumber can provide a fresh crunch, and relish is often cheaper.

Chop the cooked ham into small pieces.

Finely dice the celery and onion.

Slice the hard-boiled eggs and set aside.

In a large bowl, combine the chopped ham, celery, onion, and diced pickles.

Add mayonnaise and mustard to the mixture and stir until well combined.

Season with black pepper and paprika to taste.

Gently fold in the sliced hard-boiled eggs.

Serve the ham salad on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens