Whole30 Open-Faced Ham and Cheese Sandwich
Say goodbye to bread-based cravings with this flavorful and nutrient-packed Whole30 Open-Faced Ham and Cheese Sandwich! Featuring hearty roasted sweet potato slices as the base, this innovative twist on a classic sandwich offers a deliciously satisfying alternative that’s entirely grain-free and gluten-free. A creamy cashew cheese spread, made with soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, and zesty lemon juice, adds a rich and cheesy flavor without any dairy, while slices of Whole30-compliant ham deliver a savory, protein-rich topping. Garnished with fresh chives for a pop of color and an herbal finish, this simple yet elegant dish is perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner. Ready in under an hour and packed with wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a must-try for those seeking to enjoy a healthy, balanced, and Whole30-approved meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Sweet Potato
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 4 slices Whole30-compliant Ham
- 1 cup Raw Cashews
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Chives
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the sweet potato lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices. You should get about 4 slices from a large sweet potato.
Place the sweet potato slices on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil on both sides. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the slices are tender and slightly crisp at the edges. Flip halfway through the cooking time for even roasting.
While the sweet potato slices are roasting, prepare the cashew cheese spread. Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover with water. Let them soak for at least 10 minutes.
Drain the cashews and add them to a blender along with nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and water. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding more water a teaspoon at a time if necessary to achieve the desired consistency.
Once the sweet potato slices are done roasting, remove them from the oven.
Spread a generous amount of cashew cheese on each slice of roasted sweet potato. Top each slice with a slice of Whole30-compliant ham.
Garnish with chopped chives before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Whole30 open-faced ham and cheese sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.0 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.2 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 105 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 3951 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.6 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 72.8 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2114 mg | 45% | |
*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.
