Gluten-Free Ham Salad with a Twist

Gluten-Free Ham Salad with a Twist

A protein-packed, creamy-yet-crunchy salad with a sweet & tangy kick—perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or solo! Ready in 10 mins, naturally GF.

Ingredients (serves 3–4):

• 2 cups (250g) cooked ham, diced (or turkey/chicken for variation)

• ½ cup (75g) crisp apple, finely diced (Granny Smith for tang)

• ¼ cup (35g) red onion, minced

• ¼ cup (60g) dill pickles, chopped (or relish for ease)

• ⅓ cup (80g) Greek yogurt (or mayo for classic richness)

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (or whole-grain for texture)

• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

• ½ tsp smoked paprika (or curry powder for a twist!)

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Handful of toasted pecans or walnuts (for crunch, optional)

(Fresh herbs? Try parsley or chives!)

Instructions (10 mins!):

1. Mix the base

   • In a bowl, combine ham, apple, onion, and pickles.

2. Make the dressing

   • Whisk together yogurt, mustard, honey, vinegar, paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Combine & chill

   • Fold dressing into ham mixture. Add nuts if using.

   • Refrigerate 15+ mins for flavors to meld (or serve immediately).

Serving Ideas:

• GF crackers or cucumber slices

• Butter lettuce cups for low-carb

• Toasted gluten-free bread for a classic sandwich

Why It’s Special:

✅ No boring ham salad here! The apple + honey balance saltiness, while yogurt lightens it up.
✅ Meal-prep friendly—keeps for 3 days refrigerated.

Twist it up: Add diced grapes, cranberries, or a dash of hot sauce! 🍏🥜

(P.S. For a Southern vibe, swap pecans for crushed pork rinds!)