Heart-Healthy Cheese and Ham Toast

Elevate your snack game with this Heart-Healthy Cheese and Ham Toast, a deliciously satisfying yet nutritious take on a classic favorite. Crafted with fiber-rich whole grain bread, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, and low-sodium lean ham, this recipe is perfect for those seeking a balanced, heart-conscious meal. Fresh spinach leaves and juicy tomato slices add a refreshing pop of vitamins, while a hint of Dijon mustard and ground black pepper deliver a subtle tangy kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make toast is broiled to golden perfection, creating a crispy exterior with gooey melted cheese inside. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this recipe offers all the comfort of a traditional ham and cheese melt with a healthier twist. Serve hot, slice, and savor every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 slices Whole grain bread
• 1 ounce Reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 2 slices Low-sodium lean ham
• 1 medium Tomato
• 0.5 cup Fresh spinach leaves
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil spread
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or set your toaster oven to broil.

Step 2

Spread olive oil spread evenly on one side of each slice of whole grain bread.

Step 3

Place the bread slices onto a baking sheet, oil side down.

Step 4

Spread Dijon mustard evenly on the upward-facing side of each bread slice.

Step 5

Slice the medium tomato into thin slices.

Step 6

Layer the spinach leaves evenly on one of the slices.

Step 7

Place the low-sodium lean ham on top of the spinach leaves.

Step 8

Add tomato slices over the ham.

Step 9

Sprinkle the reduced-fat cheddar cheese over the tomato slices.

Step 10

Season with ground black pepper.

Step 11

Top with the second slice of bread, mustard side down, forming a sandwich.

Step 12

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven or toaster oven and broil for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted to golden brown.

Step 13

Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, and then cut the toast in half diagonally.

Step 14

Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy cheese and ham toast.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(283.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	417.2

Total Fat 16.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g
Cholesterol 45.2mg	0%
Sodium 1943.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 15.0g
Protein 26.9g	0%

Vitamin D 6.1IU	0%
Calcium 298.0mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 582.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.8%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 38.6%