Heart-Healthy Delicious Glazed Ham
Indulge in the perfect balance of flavor and health with this heart-healthy delicious glazed ham recipe! Made with lean, low-sodium ham and naturally sweetened with the vibrant duo of fresh orange and pineapple juices, this dish is a lighter take on a classic comfort food favorite. The glaze, infused with honey, Dijon mustard, and warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, creates a mouthwatering caramelized finish that’s both sweet and subtly spiced. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this oven-roasted masterpiece is ideal for family dinners, holidays, or special occasions. Effortlessly flavorful and mindful of sodium, this centerpiece dish offers wholesome indulgence without compromise. Perfectly tender, juicy, and irresistibly glazed—treat yourself and your loved ones to a heart-smart delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds lean, low-sodium ham
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 cup fresh pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine orange juice, pineapple juice, Dijon mustard, honey, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and black pepper. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened and aromatic.
Trim away any excess fat from the ham, leaving a thin layer to keep it moist.
Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern using a sharp knife, about 1/4 inch deep.
Place the ham in a roasting pan lined with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Brush the olive oil over the scored surface of the ham.
Pour half of the glaze over the ham, making sure it seeps into the cuts.
Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil and roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 45 minutes, basting with the remaining glaze every 20 minutes.
Remove the foil in the last 15 minutes of baking to allow the glaze to caramelize.
Once fully cooked, internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C), remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy glazed ham!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2776 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.9 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.4 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 810 mg | 270% | |
| Sodium | 7176 mg | 312% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.5 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.3 g | ||
| Protein | 326.6 g | 653% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 5380 mg | 114% | |
*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.
