Heart-Healthy Ham and Cheese Salad
Elevate your salad game with this "Heart-Healthy Ham and Cheese Salad," a nutritious and flavorful dish that's perfect for quick lunches or light dinners. Featuring lean, low-sodium ham and reduced-fat cheddar cheese, this recipe delivers classic comfort with a wholesome twist. Crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and zesty red onion create an irresistible medley of textures and colors. A tangy homemade dressing, crafted with balsamic vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of oregano, ties everything together with a burst of freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with protein and heart-smart ingredients, this salad is as satisfying as it is good for you. Serve it fresh and enjoy a guilt-free meal that doesn’t skimp on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams lean low-sodium ham
- 100 grams reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 200 grams mixed salad greens
- 150 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 small red onion
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
Start by preparing the salad ingredients. Cut the lean low-sodium ham into small strips or cubes and the reduced-fat cheddar cheese into small dice.
Rinse the mixed salad greens under cold water and dry them using a salad spinner or paper towels. Place them as the base in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, and add to the greens.
Remove the seeds and core from the red bell pepper, then cut it into thin strips. Add them to the salad.
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly. Preferably, rinse the slices in cold water to reduce their sharpness before adding them to the salad.
Top the salad with the prepared ham and cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, black pepper, and dried oregano to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss everything gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately to enjoy its fresh flavor and delicious textures.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
919 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.5 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 138 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 1297 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 60.5 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 914 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2193 mg | 47% | |
*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.
