Low Sodium Delicious Glazed Ham
Indulge guilt-free with this Low Sodium Delicious Glazed Ham, a perfect centerpiece for any festive occasion. Made with a tender, bone-in ham and coated in a mouthwatering homemade glaze combining honey, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and warm spices like cinnamon and ginger, this recipe delivers all the holiday flavor without the excess sodium. The ham is beautifully adorned with pineapple rings and maraschino cherries, adding a touch of sweetness and visual appeal. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this dish bakes to perfection in your oven, developing a caramelized, sticky glaze that’s irresistibly savory and sweet. Ideal for a crowd with 10 servings, this healthier take on a traditional glazed ham is sure to impress your family and guests while prioritizing heart-friendly ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 pounds Bone-in ham
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Balsamic vinegar
- 0.25 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 6 slices Pineapple slices, canned in water
- 6 pieces Cherries, maraschino without stems
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Place the ham in a large roasting pan, flat side down.
In a medium saucepan, combine the honey, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the glaze thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern using a sharp knife, about 1/4 inch deep.
Arrange the pineapple slices over the surface of the ham and secure each slice with a toothpick. Place a cherry in the center of each pineapple ring.
Brush half of the glaze mixture evenly over the ham and cover the roasting pan loosely with aluminum foil.
Bake the ham in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
After 1 hour, remove the foil and brush the remaining glaze over the ham.
Continue to bake, uncovered, for another 45-60 minutes, basting every 15 minutes with the pan juices, until the ham is fully heated through and the glaze is caramelized.
Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve and enjoy your low sodium, deliciously glazed ham!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
442 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.7 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 2546 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 748 mg | 16% | |
*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.
