Cheesy Ham Salad Sandwiches

Name: Cheesy Ham Salad Sandwiches with Hawaiian Rolls
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb leftover cooked ham; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 12 sweet Hawaiian rolls, for serving

Cheesy ham salad sandwiches combine shredded leftover ham with cheddar cheese, mayo, and pickle relish for a creamy, savory filling that's ready in minutes. Serve on sweet Hawaiian rolls for sliders or on crackers.

🌍American 🏷️Ham salad 🏷️Sandwich 🏷️Sliders 🏷️Leftover ham Easter leftovers

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🏷️Cheesy

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Total

5 min

Servings

12

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$14–$23

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 lb leftover cooked ham
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
12 sweet Hawaiian rolls, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
Add leftover ham to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
2
Transfer the chopped ham to a large mixing bowl. Add shredded cheese, mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, and Dijon mustard.
3
Stir all ingredients together until well combined.
4
Serve the ham salad on sweet Hawaiian rolls or with crackers.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Pulse ham in a food processor to achieve a coarse chop; avoid over-processing into a paste.
Drain excess moisture from relish with a paper towel before mixing to prevent watery sandwiches.
Chill the ham salad mixture for 30 minutes before assembling for easier spreading and better flavor melding.
Toast Hawaiian rolls lightly to prevent them from becoming soggy when filled.

Substitutions

Cheddar cheese → Swiss cheese (milder, nuttier flavor)
Sweet pickle relish → dill pickle relish (more tangy)
Dijon mustard → yellow mustard (milder)
Hawaiian rolls → buttered crackers or croissants (for different serving style)

Storage & make-ahead

Store ham salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble sandwiches fresh or serve the salad cold on crackers.

Common Questions

Can I make ham salad ahead of time?

Yes. Mix the ham, cheese, mayo, relish, and mustard up to 2 days ahead and refrigerate in an airtight container. Assemble sandwiches just before serving.

What can I substitute for sweet pickle relish?

Dill pickle relish for a tangier flavor, or chopped pimentos for sweetness without the pickle flavor. You can also omit it if you prefer a plainer salad.

Can I use different cheese?

Yes. Swiss, provolone, or American cheese work well. Avoid soft cheeses like brie; shredded hard or semi-hard cheeses mix in best.

How many servings does this make?

This recipe makes 12 sliders on Hawaiian rolls, or about 6 full-size sandwiches. Easily doubles or halves to suit your crowd.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

The salad mix itself is gluten-free, but traditional Hawaiian rolls contain gluten. Use gluten-free rolls or serve on crackers to make it gluten-free.