Heart-Healthy Classic Ham Salad Sandwich
Savor a modern twist on a lunchtime favorite with this Heart-Healthy Classic Ham Salad Sandwich. Crafted with low-sodium cooked ham and a creamy yet guilt-free dressing of non-fat Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice, this recipe delivers all the comfort of the original while keeping your heart in mind. Crunchy celery, zesty red onion, and fragrant dill elevate the flavor, while whole grain bread, crisp lettuce, and juicy tomato slices make it a satisfying and wholesome choice. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for a quick lunch or a light snack, this recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious. Enjoy a classic sandwich that’s big on taste and kind to your health!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces Low-sodium cooked ham
- 1 stalk Celery
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.5 cup Non-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 slices Whole grain bread
- 4 large Lettuce leaves
- 1 large Tomato
Directions
Step 1
Dice the low-sodium ham into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Finely chop the celery and add it to the bowl with the ham.
Step 3
Dice the red onion finely and add to the bowl with the ham and celery.
Step 4
In a separate small bowl, combine the non-fat plain Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice. Mix well until smooth.
Step 5
Pour the yogurt mixture over the ham, celery, and onion in the large bowl.
Step 6
Chop the fresh dill and add it to the bowl along with the black pepper. Stir all ingredients together until everything is well-coated and evenly mixed.
Step 7
To assemble the sandwiches, lay out 4 slices of whole grain bread.
Step 8
Place a large lettuce leaf on each slice of bread.
Step 9
Spoon the ham salad mixture evenly onto the lettuce leaves on the 4 slices of bread.
Step 10
Slice the tomato into thin rounds and place a few slices on top of each ham salad portion.
Step 11
Top with the remaining 4 slices of whole grain bread.
Step 12
Cut each sandwich in half and serve immediately as a light lunch or a heart-healthy snack.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (906.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1193.1 |
| Total Fat 25.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g | |
| Cholesterol 118.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4187.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 141.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.3g | |
| Protein 96.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 468.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1694.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories