Best 7 Hawaiian Ham Salad Pockets Recipes

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Craving a delightful and convenient meal? Look no further than Hawaiian ham salad pockets, a culinary journey that blends tropical flavors with the comfort of a classic sandwich. These pockets are a delightful combination of sweet and savory, featuring juicy ham, creamy mayonnaise, crunchy vegetables, and the irresistible tang of pineapple. The soft and fluffy bread pockets create a perfect vessel for the flavorful filling, making each bite a burst of tropical paradise. Ready to embark on this culinary adventure? Dive into the recipes section for a step-by-step guide to creating these delectable Hawaiian ham salad pockets, complete with variations and tips to tailor them to your taste preferences.

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HAWAIIAN HAM AND BACON PASTA SALAD



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Sweet, salty, smoky and a little bit spicy, there's a whole lot of flavor going on here, and with surprisingly few ingredients. That's the genius of this recipe: It combines a few complementary ingredients to scrumptious effect. Pineapple bits, ham chunks, bacon crumbles and diced jalapeño folded into the creamy pasta base make for a mouthwatering meal that you can probably pull together without running to the store. It's a great use of leftover ham, but also beautiful enough to feature on your Easter brunch table. Whether you're making it for tonight's dinner or a major holiday, prep it ahead of time and stash it in the fridge, so it's quick to assemble when it's time to come to the table.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad™ classic pasta salad mix
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup pineapple tidbits (from 8-oz can, drained and juice reserved)
1 cup diced ham
1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon (5 slices)
1 cup packed baby spinach
1/4 cup sliced green onions (about 4)
2 tablespoons seeded, chopped jalapeño chile (1/2 large)
1/2 cup cubed block mozzarella cheese (2 oz)

Steps:

  • Pour pasta (from Suddenly Salad box) into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
  • In large bowl, stir together Seasoning (from Suddenly Salad box), mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons of the reserved pineapple juice to make dressing. (Discard or save any remaining juice for another use.)
  • Add pasta, ham, bacon, spinach, pineapple, green onions, jalapeño chile and cheese to dressing mixture in bowl; toss to gently coat. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cup, Sodium 920 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

HAWAIIAN HAM SALAD



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There's plenty of flavor and crunch in this refreshing salad. I like to use both red and green apples, and sometimes I substitute celery for the water chestnuts. -Vickie Lowrey, Fallon, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
3 cups cooked brown rice
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and halved
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 medium apple, chopped
Lettuce leaves
1/3 cup chopped macadamia nuts, toasted
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving 1 tablespoon juice. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, rice, ham, water chestnuts and onion. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. , In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, salt and reserved pineapple juice. Pour over ham mixture and toss to coat. Stir in apple. , Serve on lettuce-lined plates; sprinkle with macadamia nuts and coconut.

Nutrition Facts :

HAWAIIAN HAM SALAD POCKETS



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Looking for a great way to use up leftover ham? Try these simple, low-fat sandwiches. "Pineapple and mustard are traditional flavors with baked ham, and they work well in these sandwiches," says Mitzi Sentiff of Annapolis, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/4 cups cubed fully cooked ham
3/4 cup unsweetened pineapple tidbits
1 large carrot, chopped
1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon honey mustard
4 pita pocket halves
4 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the ham, pineapple and carrot. Stir in the mayonnaise and mustard until blended. Line each pita half with a lettuce leaf; fill with ham salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 945mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

KONA HAM HAWAIIAN SALAD



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A wonderful combination of flavors that really compliment each other. Great for cook-outs. Never a morsel left. Clipped from a magazine years ago. Cook time is chill time, I recommend at least an hour just to have things good and cold to start.

Provided by Judith N.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
2 cups ham, strips "or: chunks
1 cup celery, slices
2 cups strawberries, halves
2 large bananas, sliced

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving 2 Tbls.
  • syrup.
  • Combine mayo, mustard and reserved syrup; mix well.
  • Set aside and chill.
  • In large bowl, combine pineapple, ham, celery and strawberries; mix lightly.
  • Chill before serving.
  • Add bananas; toss lightly just before serving.
  • Serve in lettuce-lined bowl; top with dressing.
  • Recipe easily doubled.
  • However, if doubling, no need to double dressing, there is plenty so use sparingly even with a single batch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.4, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 34.5, Sodium 1001.3, Carbohydrate 38.9, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 24.3, Protein 12.2

HAWAIIAN HAM BAKE



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Take this sweet-and-sour specialty to your next potluck and get ready to hand out the recipe. When I buy a ham, I choose a large one so I'll have leftovers to use in this dish. It's special enough for Sunday dinners yet simple enough for busy weeknights. -Judy Reist, Bloomingdale, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 small green pepper, cut into rings
2/3 cup raisins
3/4 cup pineapple tidbits, drained
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 teaspoons ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups pineapple juice
1/2 cup cider vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a greased 2-qt. baking dish, layer ham, onion, green pepper, raisins and pineapple. , In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar, cornstarch, mustard and salt. Stir in pineapple juice and vinegar until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened., Remove from heat; stir in soy sauce. Pour over pineapple. Cover and bake 30-35 minutes or until heated through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 1859mg sodium, Carbohydrate 93g carbohydrate (78g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

HAWAIIAN HAM STEAKS



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Make and share this Hawaiian Ham Steaks recipe from Food.com.

Provided by coatsjen

Categories     Meat

Time 31m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (8 ounce) can pineapple slices in juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 lb center-cut ham steak

Steps:

  • Pour 1/2 inch juice into skillet and stir in brown sugar. Make slashes in fat around steak to keep it from curling.
  • Place ham in skillet with juice mixture and top with pineapple slices.
  • Cook on medium low heat and turn twice.
  • Cook until sauce becomes thick and serve with pineapple slice on each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.8, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 51.1, Sodium 1444.1, Carbohydrate 15.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 14.9, Protein 22.5

HAWAIIAN HAM SALAD



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Make and share this Hawaiian Ham Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jellyqueen

Categories     Pineapple

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups smoked ham, cubed cooked
8 ounces pineapple chunks
2 celery ribs, sliced
1/2 cup black olives, halved
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup peanuts

Steps:

  • Combine ham, pineapple, celery, and olives.
  • Mix
  • mayonnaise and lemon juice; stir into ham mix.
  • Chill at least an hour.
  • Stir in peanuts before serving.
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Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality ingredients. Look for fresh pineapple, ham, and vegetables.
  • If you don't have time to make your own Hawaiian ham salad, you can use store-bought. Just be sure to choose a brand that you like the taste of.
  • Feel free to get creative with your pocket fillings. You can add other ingredients like cheese, bacon, or hard-boiled eggs.
  • To make the pockets easier to seal, brush the edges with a little bit of water before folding them over.
  • If you're baking the pockets, be sure to preheat your oven to the correct temperature before you start cooking them.
  • Serve the pockets immediately, or store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Hawaiian ham salad pockets are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick lunch or dinner. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for something new to try, give these Hawaiian ham salad pockets a try!

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