Ham salad

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Looking for a fresh and flavorful way to repurpose your holiday ham? This Holiday Ham Salad is the perfect solution. Combining hearty diced ham with vibrant mixed baby greens, creamy avocado, and savory blue cheese, this salad is a delightful twist on a classic dish.

The addition of crumbled bacon and hard-boiled eggs elevates the salad, making it a satisfying and protein-packed meal. The tangy balsamic vinaigrette ties everything together, adding a zesty finish to every bite.

Perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing dinner, this salad is a delicious way to make the most of your holiday leftovers. Enjoy the balance of flavors and textures in this easy-to-make, yet impressive dish!

Prep time: 30 minutes

Yields: 2 servings

Ingredients

Salad

• 3 cups mixed baby greens

• 2 hard-boiled eggs, quartered 

• 3 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

• 1 cup diced ham

• 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes

• 1 avocado, cubed

• 2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese

Dressing

• ¼  cup balsamic vinegar

• 1 clove garlic minced

• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

• ½  teaspoon black pepper

• ½  cup extra virgin olive oil

• Salt to taste

Directions

Make the Dressing:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and black pepper.

2. Slowly add the extra virgin olive oil while continuing to whisk until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.

3. Season with salt to taste.

Assemble and Serve:

1. Add mixed greens to a large bowl and top with diced ham, cherry tomatoes, blue cheese, avocado, bacon crumbles and hard-boiled eggs.

2. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.

3. Toss gently to combine and evenly coat the ingredients with the dressing. Serve immediately.