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    Home » Recipes » Dish Type » Leftovers Reinvented

    35 Healthy Leftover Ham Recipes

    Published: Apr 16, 2022 by Terri Gilson · Modified: Jun 19, 2023 · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

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    After a big holiday dinner, the last thing you want is more heavy fattening food. So, I have gathered up these 35 Healthy Leftover Ham Recipes from my fellow food bloggers to help you with some healthy leftover ham inspiration! Whether you have leftover spiral ham, picnic ham, slow cooker ham, or you have a precooked boneless ham you picked up at the grocery store, I have easy leftover ham recipes for all of it! I have included my favorite leftover ham recipes, as well as leftover ham salad, soup, pasta, rice and leftover ham casseroles. I specifically selected these recipes not only because they are healthy, but many of them are WW friendly or can be lightened up with lower fat items like low-fat cheese, low-fat mayonnaise, light sour cream, low-fat milk etc...

    collage of 4 photos of healthy leftover ham recipes with black text on white circle in the middle.

    Healthy leftover ham recipes are especially popular after Easter, but also during the holiday season (Christmas and Thanksgiving) or anytime that you have ham to use up. I have leftover ham recipes for easy dinners, breakfast and brunch, sides, soups, salads and main dishes. This round up was inspired by my own Picnic Ham with Orange Glaze Recipe, which pairs exceptionally well with my Scalloped Potatoes, Carrot Casserole or Healthy Roasted Carrots with Brown Sugar and my Easter Creme Egg Chocolate Swiss Roll, or Healthy & Light Carrot Cake for the perfect Easter dinner!

    Jump to:
    • 🍽Ham Main Dishes
    • 🥣Leftover Ham Soup
    • 🍲Ham Casseroles
    • 🥗Leftover Ham Salads
    • 🥘Ham Sides
    • 🍳Leftover Ham Breakfasts and Brunches
    • 🔪Equipment
    • 🦺Food safety
    • ❔ Frequently Asked Questions
    • ⭐ Reviews
    • 📋More Leftover Recipes

    You don't always have to make ham sandwiches or leftover Ham and Split Pea Soup, although you still can, as I have also included a great recipe for both! Or you can make your own ham soup stock and freeze it or use it to make other ham soups and healthy leftover ham pastas. So if you're in a bit of a leftover ham rut, these recipes are sure to spark your enthusiasm for using up that extra ham!

    🍽Ham Main Dishes

    These Ham Main dishes include healthy dinners with everything from ham pastas, ham pizza, ham rice and ham sandwiches.

    📋 Healthy Leftover Creamy Ham Pasta with Peas Recipe
    Use up that leftover ham and leftover mascarpone cheese with this Healthy Leftover Creamy Ham Pasta & Peas recipe! It's a quick, easy and delicious leftover ham recipe in 30 minutes!
    Check out this Ham Pasta recipe!
    ham pasta in a pot with red napkin in the background
    📋Healthy Pita Pizza Recipe
    This Healthy Pita Pizza Recipe is quick and easy, using pantry items and items you'd have on hand, leftover ham and you don't have to make any dough!
    Check out this Ham Pizza recipe!
    pita pizza on black plate with carrot sticks
    📋Leftover Ham, Rice and Beans Recipe
    This Healthy Leftover Ham, Rice and Beans recipe is not only healthy, it's easy, flavorful and has a little kick! But best of all, it's a little different than your typical leftover ham recipes and is Weight Watchers friendly!
    Check out this Ham and Rice recipe!
    leftover ham, rice and beans on a black plate with fork and speckled pot in the background
    Cheesy Ham Asparagus Pasta
    Cheesy Ham Asparagus Pasta is a quick and delicious one pot dinner that’s done in 20 minutes. A great way to use leftover ham!
    Check out this Ham and Asparagus Pasta recipe!
    cheesy ham and asparagus pasta in a white bowl
    Ham and Mushroom Pasta
    Ham and creamy mushroom pasta: easy, quick and tasty! A delicious meal that is family and weight-loss friendly, ready in 30 minutes!
    Check out this Ham and Mushroom Pasta recipe!
    ham and mushroom spaghetti
    Easy Skillet Chicken Cordon Bleu
    This Easy Skillet Chicken Cordon Bleu has all the flavors of the classic dish but is healthy and ready in under 30 minutes. Pair it with some veggies & dinner is a cinch.
    Check out this Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe!
    skillet chicken cordon bleu in a green pot with silver handle
    Ham Fried Rice
    Loaded with tender, smoky ham, this Ham Fried Rice recipe is a 1-skillet meal that’s hearty, satisfying, and oh-so-easy to make and love!
    Check out this Ham Fried Rice recipe!
    ham fried rice on a white platter with green onions in the background
    Gochujang Fried Rice with Leftover Ham
    The BEST Korean comfort food is our homemade Gochujang Fried Rice with Leftover Ham. Ready in 15 minutes flat with just 6 pantry ingredients.
    Check out this Gochujang Ham Fried Rice recipe!
    Gochujang fried rice in a bowl with egg on top and more rice in background
    Sweet Potato Apple Ham Sandwich (with Honey Mustard Hummus Spread)
    This roasted sweet potato apple ham sandwich is served hot and pressed with a generous amount of melted cheddar cheese and a honey mustard spread.
    Check out this Ham Sandwich recipe!
    sandwich on a cutting board
    🍍Hawaiian Pineapple Fried Rice
    This Hawaiian Pineapple Fried Rice is a great weeknight dinner. It’s a tasty and healthy one pot meal that whips up in 20 minutes or less!
    Check out this Hawaiian Fried Rice recipe!
    Hawaiian pineapple fried rice in a black bowl with some being lifted out with chopsticks

    🥣Leftover Ham Soup

    Make your own stock and freeze it for later or use it in one of these hearty ham soups!

    Homemade Ham Stock
    Homemade ham stock is a hands-off project that repays you over and over again by way of rich broth to be used for so many delicious recipes.
    Check out this homemade ham stock recipe!
    homemade ham stock in a giant glass measuring cup
    Leftover Ham and White Bean Soup
    Leftover Ham and White Bean Soup is a clean-out-the-refrigerator type of meal. Boil your leftover ham bone, & add tons of veggies, beans, and leftover ham!
    Check out this Ham and White Bean Soup recipe!
    Ham and Bean soup in a brown bowl on white surface
    Cozy Sweet Potato, Ham and Kale Soup
    Make this cozy Sweet Potato, Ham and Kale Soup for a simple weeknight meal using leftover ham! Ready in 30 minutes, it’s a paleo and dairy-free soup.
    Check out this Ham, Potato and Kale Soup recipe!
    Sweet potato ham and kale soup in a white bowl with a spoon and a pot of soup behind
    Split Pea Soup
    This BEST Pea Soup recipe is made with a ham bone and is easy to make on the Stove Top, Instant Pot, or Crock Pot! It’s super thick and full of flavor!
    Check out this Split Pea Soup recipe!
    split pea soup in a blue soup pot with blue ladle
    Easy Ham & Potato Soup Recipe
    An Easy Ham & Potato Soup Recipe every one will love! Make it in your crockpot, instant pot or on the stove. Creamy & delicious!
    Check out this Ham and Potato Soup recipe!
    Ham Potato Soup in white bowl

    🍲Ham Casseroles

    These leftover ham casseroles include cheesy ham casseroles, rice, cauliflower rice and leftover ham casseroles and spaghetti casserole!

    Air Fryer Ham Casserole
    Air Fryer Ham Casserole Recipe is made with just 5 ingredients, including leftover holiday ham, and cooks in the air fryer in 10 minutes.
    Check out this Air Fryer Ham Casserole recipe!
    air fryer ham casserole in a white bowl
    Spaghetti Casserole (for Leftover Ham)
    This Spaghetti Casserole is easy and perfect for your weeknight dinner and for using leftover ham!
    Check out this Ham Spaghetti Casserole recipe!
    Spaghetti Casserole in a white dish with a fork and a casserole dish of more in the background
    Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Casserole
    Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Casserole is a family favorite with Yukon gold potatoes and smoked ham in a creamy lightly seasoned white sauce all topped with sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack Cheese.
    Check out this Scalloped Potatoes and Ham recipe!
    scalloped potatoes and ham in a white casserole dish, with a wooden spoon
    Ham and Cauliflower Rice Casserole with Spinach
    A keto friendly low carb ham and cauliflower rice casserole recipe. It’s a great to use up any leftover ham from the holidays. Easy and delicious!
    Check out this Ham and Cauliflower Rice Casserole recipe!
    ham and cauliflower rice casserole in white casserole dish

    🥗Leftover Ham Salads

    Leftover ham salads are the perfect way to keep it healthy and light. They are also perfect for packing lunches!

    Cobb Salad with Garlic Cilantro Dairy Free Ranch Dressing
    A good recipe for Cobb salad is always worth getting excited about. I love to make this recipe using leftover ham and serve it with a dairy-free ranch dressing. You will just love this homemade ranch dressing which is the perfect addition to this filling dinner salad.
    Check out this Ham Cobb Salad recipe!
    Cobb Salad in a glass bowl
    Tropical Ham Salad (Weight Watchers Friendly)
    This Weight Watchers Tropical Ham Salad is so simple and only takes a few minutes to make. 
    Check out this WW friendly Tropical Ham Salad recipe!
    tropical salad with ham in a blue bowl
    Ham Salad
    This creamy Ham Salad is a perfect appetizer or sandwich filling. It’s delicious and easy to make with a few simple ingredients in just a 10-minute time.| A genius way to turn leftover ham into fabulous lunch!
    Check out this Ham Salad recipe!
    ham salad in a white bowl
    Creamy Ham and Cheese Pasta Salad
    Creamy Ham and Cheese Pasta Salad is the perfect pasta salad made with a mayonnaise based dressing. Baby Peas add a bright pop of color and crunch. It’s simple and easy and comes together quickly.
    Check out this Ham Pasta Salad recipe!
    ham and cheese pasta salad in a bowl with a spoon and more salad in background
    Ham and Egg Salad with Avocado
    A tasty twist on the classic egg salad: Avocado Egg Salad with Ham seasoned with everything bagel seasoning. Try this easy, healthy egg salad!
    Check out this Ham and Egg Salad recipe1
    half a bowl of ham avocado and egg salad in a white bowl
    Roasted Asparagus Salad with Crispy Turnips and Warm Ham Vinaigrette
    Roasted Asparagus Salad with Crispy Turnips and Warm Ham Vinaigrette is a cozy roasted vegetable salad that’s actually made under your broiler. Fork-tender asparagus, golden brown turnips, crispy ham, and a quick pan vinaigrette come together for an easy weeknight side dish you’ll make again and again!
    Check out this Asparagus Salad with Warm Ham Vinaigrette recipe!
    roasted turnip and asparagus salad in a white bowl with fork on the side
    Easy Delicious Japanese Potato Salad
    This Japanese potato salad is homemade and easy! Creamy and tart, with a hint of sweetness. Paleo Whole30 and super tasty out of the bowl!
    Check out this Japanese Potato and Ham Salad recipe!
    Japanese Potato Salad in a white bowl with dressing being poured on top

    🥘Ham Sides

    The Best Homemade Deviled Ham Spread
    Deviled ham is sometimes referred to as ham salad, depending on where you’re from. No matter! It's great on crackers, with pita chips or on sandwiches. This tasty ham spread recipe is easy & delish!
    Check out this Deviled Ham Spread recipe!
    homemade deviled ham in a white dish with a spoon
    Southern Style Ham and Beans Recipe
    This Southern Style Ham and Beans is great for using up leftover ham! Just toss a few ingredients in the slow cooker and you have a simple, healthy and delicious meal!
    Check out this Ham and Beans recipe!
    southern style ham and beans in a brown bowl

    🍳Leftover Ham Breakfasts and Brunches

    If you're looking for an easy breakfast, leftover ham is the perfect choice!

    Denver Omelette Egg Cups
    This Denver Omelette Egg Cups recipe makes a great easy and healthy breakfast! It’s made with eggs, cheese, ham, peppers, and mushrooms.
    Check out this Denver Egg Cups recipe!
    Denver Omelette Egg cups piled on a white surface
    Sweet Potato Hash Recipe with Ham and Eggs
    This Sweet Potato Hash Recipe is made with ham, jalapeno, sweet potatoes & red peppers topped with eggs!
    Check out this Ham Potato Hash recipe!
    sweet potato hash with eggs on top in black cast iron pan
    Crustless Quiche
    Crustless quiche is a healthy and easy way to use up leftover ham and put a breakfast together in a matter of minutes. Flavor in every bite and a fast favorite!
    Check out this Ham Quiche recipe!
    3 crustless quiche pieces on a checkered linen surface with pie lifter
    Cheesy Ham Breakfast Casserole (Easy Leftover Ham Recipe)
    This Cheesy Ham Breakfast Casserole with eggs and green onion is the perfect breakfast bake to make with leftover ham! Hearty and delicious!
    Check out this Ham Casserole recipe!
    a piece of cheesy breakfast ham casserole on a white plate
    Pumpkin pizza (breakfast pizza)
    This pumpkin pizza is great breakfast pizza recipe. Pumpkin, apple, ham with crunchy kale on top work really good together.
    Check out this Ham Breakfast Pizza recipe!
    a slice of pumpkin pizza on a plate
    Denver Omelette Waffle
    These Denver Omelette Waffles are a fun, healthy, savory twist on your weekend waffles. Made with eggs, leftover ham, bell pepper, and cheese, it’s all the classic flavors you’d expect, but in a fun egg waffle!
    Check out this Denver Waffle recipe!
    2 Denver Omelette Waffles on white surface
    Healthy Crustless Broccoli and Ham Quiche
    This Crustless Broccoli and Ham Quiche features a delicious egg filling and is topped with melty cheese. It’s low-carb and a healthy!
    Check out this Broccoli and Ham Quiche recipe!
    a piece of crustless ham and cheese quiche on a white plate and a whole quiche (with a piece missing) in the background

    🔪Equipment

    An instant read thermometer- (affiliate link) is the very BEST way to check for doneness This one is great for everything food related! Cook ham until the internal temperature is 160 °F (71 °C) for raw and 140 °F (60 °C) for precooked.

    🦺Food safety

    • Cook raw ham to a minimum internal temperature of 160 °F (71 °C) and 140 °F (60 °C) for precooked ham.
    • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
    • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

    See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

    ❔ Frequently Asked Questions

    How long is cooked ham good for in the fridge?

    Cooked ham is good for up to 4 days in the fridge in an airtight container.

    Can you freeze cooked ham?

    If you purchase a precooked ham, it can be frozen prior to the best before date. After cooking or heating a ham, leftovers can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

    So if you're looking for leftover spiral ham recipes, leftover classic ham, picnic ham or boneless ham, or healthy recipes for leftover ham in general, you'll love these!

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    1. nancy

      April 19, 2022 at 9:49 pm

      great round up of recipes! I will work my way through this!

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    2. Bernice

      April 20, 2022 at 9:21 am

      You can never have too many leftover ham recipes. For me, ham leftovers are the best part and I always make a giant ham so we have many leftovers. Today is ham quiche day!

      Reply
    3. Elaine

      April 20, 2022 at 8:00 pm

      Terri, this is such a useful roundup! So many great ideas besides split pea soup (which I love.) That sweet potato hash is calling my name!

      Reply
    4. Asha

      April 20, 2022 at 9:14 pm

      Will never run out of ideas for what to do with leftover ham again! Such a great roundup. That first pasta has my attention

      Reply
      • Terri Gilson

        April 24, 2022 at 9:17 pm

        Thanks, Asha!

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