Ham and Cheese Salad with Rye Bread Croutons
Elevate your salad game with this hearty and flavorful Ham and Cheese Salad with Rye Bread Croutons! This recipe combines smoky sliced ham, creamy cheddar cheese, and crisp mixed salad greens with juicy cherry tomatoes and refreshing cucumber for a vibrant, nutrient-packed meal. The star of the dish? Golden, oven-toasted rye bread croutons that add a delicious crunch to every bite. Tossed in a tangy Dijon mustard and honey dressing, this salad strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal option for a wholesome lunch, light dinner, or impressive starter. Whether you’re craving something satisfying or looking to upgrade your salad repertoire, this dish delivers on flavor, texture, and freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 slices Rye bread
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 200 grams Smoked ham
- 100 grams Cheddar cheese
- 150 grams Mixed salad greens
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Cut the rye bread slices into small cubes to make croutons.
Place the bread cubes on a baking tray, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and toss to coat evenly.
Toast the bread cubes in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
Slice the smoked ham into bite-sized strips and set aside.
Cube or shred the cheddar cheese and set aside.
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and peel and dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the Dijon mustard, honey, red wine vinegar, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, ham, and cheddar cheese.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Top the salad with the rye bread croutons just before serving to keep them crispy.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
352 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.0 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1158 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 19.6 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 213 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 398 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
