Low Fat Open-Faced Ham and Cheese Sandwich
Elevate your everyday sandwich game with this **Low Fat Open-Faced Ham and Cheese Sandwich**, a nutritious twist on a classic favorite! Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this recipe combines **fiber-rich whole-grain bread**, **lean ham**, and **low-fat mozzarella** for a deliciously satisfying yet guilt-free meal. Fresh spinach and juicy tomato slices add vibrant flavor and a boost of vitamins, while a hint of **Dijon mustard** and freshly ground black pepper bring a tangy kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, this oven-baked, open-faced delight is low in fat but big on flavor, ensuring every bite is crisp, melty, and utterly crave-worthy. Serve warm and enjoy a healthier, homemade alternative to traditional ham and cheese sandwiches!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 slices whole-grain bread
- 1 slice low-fat mozzarella cheese
- 2 slices lean ham
- 1 medium tomato
- 0.5 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the slices of whole-grain bread on a baking sheet.
Spread 0.5 teaspoon of Dijon mustard on each slice of bread.
Place one slice of lean ham on each slice of bread.
Slice the tomato into thin rounds and place two or three slices over the ham on each piece of bread.
Divide the spinach leaves evenly between the two sandwiches, placing them on top of the tomato slices.
Top each sandwich with half a slice of low-fat mozzarella cheese.
Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper over the top.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the sandwiches from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your nutritious low-fat open-faced ham and cheese sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.7 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 2381 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 26.6 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 528 mg | 11% | |
*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.
