This Ham Salad recipe is packed with flavor, comes together in minutes, and is perfect for a quick low carb and keto-friendly side dish, lunch, or snack!
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Why You’ll Love This Ham Salad
- It’s easy to make: With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, you can whip up this ham salad in no time. It’s perfect for busy days, last-minute side dishes, and easy to make ahead for cookouts and parties!
- It’s creamy and flavorful: The combination of savory ham, creamy dressing, and zesty seasonings creates an irresistible taste that keeps you coming back for more.
- It’s versatile: Ham Salad can be enjoyed as a dip, spread on low-carb crackers or bread, or tossed into lettuce wraps for an extra healthy option.
Ingredients Needed to Make This Keto Carb Ham Salad Recipe
Ingredient quantities for this salad side dish are located in the recipe card at the end of the post.
- Diced ham (for convenience, I usually buy ham that has already been diced)
- Cheese (Swiss, cheddar, or mozzarella – but I highly recommend Swiss!)
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Dill pickle relish
- Celery (optional; to give the salad some crunch)
- Mustard
- Swerve Confectioners or other sugar substitute
- Mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper
How to Make Ham Salad {Quick Overview}
This is just a quick overview of some of the steps involved in making the low carb salad side dish. For the recipe in detail, including exact measurements used at each step, scroll to the recipe card at the end of the post.
This recipe couldn’t be easier: just place all of your ingredients in a large bowl!
⭐ TIP: If you want to use this as a sandwich filling or dip rather than a side dish, dice the cheese to a size similar to the ham. In the photos in this post, it’s presented as a side dish.
Mix everything together.
⭐ TIP: If you’d like your Ham Salad to have a bit more crunch, add the optional diced celery.
Cover and refrigerate for about an hour before serving.
Serve and enjoy! This dish can be served as a side dish, appetizer dip, or sandwich filling using low carb bread.
More Summer Side Dish Recipes
Ham Salad is great for summer parties and gatherings! If you’re hosting and need more ideas for cookout side dishes or low carb summer picnic foods, give these a try:
- Low Carb Broccoli Salad is a crunchy, refreshing, and flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with cookout dishes.
- This keto coleslaw recipe brings incredible flavor and satisfying summer salad vibes to any event, picnic, and summer holiday!
- Cucumber and Tomato Onion Salad is another zesty side dish salad featuring cucumbers that is always fun with your favorite cookout foods.
- A Healthy Greek Salad brings colorful, zesty, and fresh veggies to any dinner table. It’s not just a side dish; it can be the colorful highlight of any party table you serve it on.
- Comfort food without the carbs includes this hugely popular Cauliflower Mac and Cheese dish. It’s a rich, cheesy, and satisfying dish that family and friends will gladly devour regardless of their dietary habits!
- Amp up the zesty flavors with the popular Easy Antipasto Salad! It is the ultimate crowd-pleasing dish that is low carb and brings those bold Italian flavors.
- Add a smoky and savory touch to your cookout with Bacon and Green Beans, a satisfying side dish that your family and friends are gonna devour!
How Do You Store Keto Ham Salad in the Refrigerator?
To store ham salad in the refrigerator, transfer it to an airtight container to keep it fresh. Be sure to refrigerate the salad promptly and consume it within 3 to 5 days. Stir it well before serving to maintain its creamy texture and flavor!
Can You Freeze Keto Ham Salad?
Yes, you can freeze keto ham salad, but the texture may change slightly. Store it in an airtight container or freezer bag, leaving room for expansion, and use within 1–2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and mix well before serving!
Nutrition Facts for This Easy Ham Salad Recipe
Per serving (6 total servings):
- 312 calories
- 27g fat
- 14g protein
- 5g net carbs
Healthy and Low Carb Summer Salads
If you’re looking for dinner-ready summer salads, give these a try:
- A Low Carb Chicken Salad make a great party dish or fresh lunch idea. Its creamy texture and flavorful taste are enjoyable and worthy of getting seconds!
- Looking for something tangy, creamy, and satisfying? This Low Carb Egg Salad is a great choice for a tangy, creamy, and satisfying dish. It works great as a side dish for picnics and lunch or as a topping on toasted keto bread.
- Skip the bun and make the hamburger to create this Big Mac Salad that has everything you want: crisp veggies, seasoned beef, and creamy special sauce. This dish provides a fresh, nostalgic, and easy-to-make dinner idea for picnics, cookouts, and hot weather!
- Hearty, healthy, and hugely popular, this Cobb Salad is great for both lunch and dinner. It’s light but filling, with a fantastic mix of flavors in every bite.
- Enjoy summer flavors year-round with this Chicken Strawberry Salad! It brings together juicy berries, tender chicken, and a maple balsamic dressing that you will love from the first bite!
- A Low Carb Taco Salad is like a deconstructed taco in a bowl and it is delicious! This fun recipe utilizes our homemade taco seasoning for a healthy boost of flavor.
- Eat leaner meat with this Turkey Taco Salad. It’s healthy, bursting with flavor, and simple to make, perfect for family dinner nights or enjoying on your own!
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Ham Salad
Ingredients
- 6 oz diced ham
- 6 oz cheese Swiss, cheddar, or mozzarella, diced
- 2 hard-boiled eggs diced
- 1/3 cup dill pickle relish
- 1-2 stalks celery diced (optional)
- 2 tsp mustard
- 1 tbsp Swerve Confectioners or other sugar substitute
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a large bowl and mix to combine.
- Cover and chill for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition Disclaimer
Nutrition facts are included as a courtesy only. They are accurate to the best of our knowledge based on the ingredients and brands used, but their accuracy is not guaranteed. If applicable, sugar alcohols have already been removed from the total carb count.
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