Gammon (Ham) salad

Here’s a fresh, flavorful Gammon (Ham) Salad recipe — perfect for using up leftover cooked gammon or deli-style ham. It works great as a light lunch, sandwich filling, or even a picnic side.

🥗 Classic Gammon (Ham) Salad

Servings: 4–6 | Prep Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked gammon or ham, finely chopped or shredded

• 1/2 cup celery, finely diced

• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced (or spring onion)

• 1/4 cup dill pickles or gherkins, chopped (optional)

• 2 boiled eggs, chopped (optional but traditional in some versions)

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or chives, chopped (optional)

Dressing:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise

• 1 tsp Dijon or English mustard

• 1 tsp lemon juice or vinegar

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• Pinch of paprika (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine Salad Ingredients:

   • In a medium bowl, mix the chopped ham, celery, onion, pickles, eggs, and herbs.

2. Make Dressing:

   • In a separate bowl, stir together mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and paprika.

3. Mix Everything:

   • Add the dressing to the ham mixture and stir until evenly coated.

4. Chill:

   • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors blend.

Ways to Serve:

• On a bed of lettuce or mixed greens

• As a sandwich or wrap filling

• With crackers or crusty bread

• Stuffed into tomatoes or avocados

• With boiled potatoes for a hearty salad

💡 Tips & Variations:

• Add grated cheese (like cheddar) for richness.

• Use Greek yogurt in place of some mayo for a lighter version.

• For a sweeter twist, add a spoon of relish or a touch of honey.