Low Sodium Honey-Glazed Roast Ham
Elevate your holiday table with this irresistibly tender **Low Sodium Honey-Glazed Roast Ham**, a healthier twist on a classic centerpiece dish. Made with a juicy bone-in, low-sodium ham, this recipe is all about flavor without the extra salt, thanks to a luscious glaze crafted from **honey, orange juice, apple cider vinegar**, and warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. The glaze is perfectly balanced with a touch of Dijon mustard, while minced garlic adds a savory depth. Slowly roasted to perfection, this show-stopping ham is basted with the flavorful glaze to create a glossy, caramelized finish that’s every bit as delicious as it is beautiful. Ideal for holiday feasts or special occasions, this recipe serves up to 10 guests and pairs well with roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad. Low in sodium yet big on taste, this dish is perfect for those seeking heart-healthy meal options without compromising on indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 7 pounds Bone-in, low sodium whole ham
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Place the ham in a large roasting pan, fat side up, on a roasting rack if available.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, ground black pepper, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and orange juice to the saucepan. Stir well to combine and bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Pour half of the honey glaze over the ham, making sure to cover it thoroughly. Reserve the remaining glaze for basting.
Cover the roasting pan with aluminum foil, making sure it's sealed tightly around the edges, but not touching the ham, to ensure it doesn't dry out while roasting.
Place the ham in the preheated oven and roast for 1.5 hours. Remove the foil, baste the ham with the reserved glaze, and continue roasting for another 1 to 1.5 hours, basting every 30 minutes.
Check the internal temperature of the ham with a meat thermometer. It should read 140°F (60°C) when done.
Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute.
Slice the ham and serve with any remaining glaze drizzled over the top or on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.3 g | 258% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.7 g | 344% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1839 mg | 613% | |
| Sodium | 15948 mg | 693% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.5 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 139.9 g | ||
| Protein | 669.4 g | 1339% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 251 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 26.8 mg | 149% | |
| Potassium | 8973 mg | 191% | |
*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.
