Keto Creamy Ham & Egg Salad

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🛒 What You’ll Need

  • Hard-Boiled Eggs, peeled and diced (plus a few extra halves for a beautiful garnish!) 🥚
  • Diced Ham, cut into small, savory cubes for a protein boost 🥓
  • Crisp Celery, finely chopped for a refreshing crunch 🥬
  • Creamy Mayo Base, blended with a touch of mustard and seasonings 🥛
  • Fresh Chives or Green Onions, finely chopped for a zesty pop of color 🌿
  • Smoked Paprika, for a beautiful dusted finish and a hint of smokiness ✨
  • On the Side: A crisp pickle spear and some keto-friendly crackers or pork rinds for that perfect crunch 🥒🥨

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. The Perfect Eggs: Hard-boil your eggs, let them cool completely, and peel. Dice most of them into bite-sized pieces, but save a few halves to serve on the side! 🥚⏲️🥇
  2. Chop & Prep: Dice your ham and celery into uniform cubes. The smaller the chop, the better every flavor incorporates! 🥓📐👌
  3. The Creamy Mix: In a large bowl, whisk together your mayo, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. 🥣🌪️✨
  4. Fold it Together: Gently fold the diced eggs, ham, and celery into the dressing until everything is perfectly coated and creamy. 🤝🎨✅
  5. The Signature Garnish: Scoop a generous portion onto a plate. Top with a heavy sprinkle of fresh chives and a dusting of smoked paprika. 🌿✨💎
  6. The Final Touch: Arrange your reserved egg halves and a whole pickle spear on the side for a restaurant-quality presentation! 🎨👌🎯
  7. Serve: Dig in immediately or chill for 30 minutes to let the flavors really meld! 🍽️😋🧤✨

🔥 Pro Tips:

  • The “Garnish” Secret: As shown in the photo, dusting the entire salad and the side eggs with paprika adds a professional touch and a layer of savory depth! 🛡️💎
  • The “Crunch” Hack: Serve with keto-friendly “chips” or pork rinds on the side to add a satisfying textural contrast to the creamy salad! 🥨🎯✅

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