This Hot Honey Ham Salad is the perfect mix of creamy, sweet, and spicy. Whether you’re serving it as a sandwich, dip, or a fun picnic spread, it’s a delicious way to use up leftover ham from the holidays. The addition of hot honey adds a modern kick to this old-school classic.
Why You Will Love This Ham Salad Recipe
- Sweet and Spicy Flavor: The hot honey balances perfectly with the savory ham and creamy mayo.
- Great Use for Leftover Ham: An easy way to repurpose ham after a holiday dinner.
- Versatile Serving Options: Serve on crackers, bread, lettuce cups, or in a sandwich.
- Make Ahead Friendly: This hot honey ham salad tastes even better after chilling in the fridge.
Ingredients
- If you do not have leftover ham from the holidays, easily replace with deli ham.
- Add chopped boiled eggs for a deviled ham-style twist.
- Swap hot honey with maple sriracha for a different flavor profile.
- Use smoked ham for extra depth.
- Stir in some shredded cheddar or chopped pickles.
How to Prepare Hot Honey Ham Salad
- Add the ham to a food processor and pulse a few times until finely chopped, or dice it finely by hand.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ham, mayo, sweet relish, red onion, celery, hot honey, and black pepper.
- Mix everything until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Serve garnished with chopped celery leaves and cracked black pepper.
How to Serve and Store
- Serve on sandwich bread, slider buns, or croissants.
- Add a scoop of the hot honey ham salad over butter lettuce or mixed greens.
- Use as a dip with crackers or cucumbers.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What if I don’t have leftover baked ham? No problem! You can use store-bought ham steak, deli-sliced ham, or even thick-cut ham from the meat counter. Just make sure to finely chop or pulse it in a food processor for the right texture.
- Can I make this ahead of time? Yes! In fact, this ham salad tastes even better after it chills for a few hours. It allows the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up a bit.
- Is there a substitute for hot honey? You can make your own by mixing regular honey with a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of your favorite hot sauce. Adjust the heat to your taste.
- Can I freeze ham salad? Freezing is not recommended as the mayo-based mixture can separate and become watery when thawed. It’s best enjoyed fresh or within 3 days of making.
- How do I make this ham salad lighter? Swap the mayo for Greek yogurt or a mix of mayo and plain yogurt. You can also cut back slightly on the mayo and increase the veggies for more crunch.
- Can I add eggs? Yes! Chopped hard-boiled eggs are a popular addition that gives the salad more body and a deviled-ham feel.
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Hot Honey Ham Salad
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Description
This Hot Honey Ham Salad is the perfect mix of creamy, sweet, and spicy. Whether you’re serving it as a sandwich, scoopable dip, or a fun picnic spread, it’s a delicious way to use up leftover ham. The addition of hot honey adds a modern kick to this old-school classic.
Ingredients
- 3/4 pound ham
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons sweet relish
- 2 tablespoons red onion, minced
- 1 stalk celery, minced
- 1 tablespoon hot honey
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped celery leaves, for garnish
- Cracked black pepper, for garnish
Instructions
- Add the ham to a food processor and pulse a few times until finely chopped, or dice it finely by hand.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ham, mayo, sweet relish, red onion, celery, hot honey, and black pepper.
- Mix everything until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Serve garnished with chopped celery leaves and cracked black pepper.
Notes
- Great use for leftover ham.
- Can substitute with store-bought ham steak or deli slices.
- Adjust hot honey to taste for more or less heat.
- Chill at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor
- Serve as a dip, sandwich, or salad topper.
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Not recommended for freezing.
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt in place of mayo.
- Pulse ham in a food processor for a smoother texture.
- Add chopped hard-boiled eggs for a deviled ham twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: American
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