Keto Ham Roll Ups (Printable)
Savory ham slices filled with cream cheese, cheddar, and crisp vegetables for an easy low-carb snack or appetizer.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 8 slices deli ham (preferably nitrate-free, about 7 oz)
→ Dairy
02 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 oz shredded cheddar cheese
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
04 - 1 small cucumber, julienned
05 - 1 medium red bell pepper, julienned
06 - 2 tablespoons green onions, finely sliced
→ Seasonings
07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
01 - In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and evenly blended.
02 - Lay out the ham slices flat on a clean work surface, ensuring they are not overlapping to allow easy assembly.
03 - Distribute approximately 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture evenly across each ham slice, covering the surface from edge to edge.
04 - Place a few strips of cucumber and bell pepper along one short edge of each ham slice, arranging them parallel to the edge for even rolling.
05 - Starting from the edge with the vegetables, roll each ham slice tightly to create compact rolls. Ensure the seam is positioned on the bottom.
06 - Slice the rolls in half to create bite-sized pieces if desired. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They come together faster than you can order takeout and look way more impressive than they have any right to be.
- The crunch from fresh vegetables against creamy filling is the kind of texture contrast that makes people ask for the recipe.
02 -
- Cold cream cheese will tear the ham slices. I learned this the hard way after ruining five pieces before checking the temperature.
- These are best served the same day but will keep for 24 hours if you dont mind them getting a little softer.
03 -
- Use a sharp knife to slice through the rolled ham without squishing them. A serrated blade works beautifully here.
- If your ham slices are thick, you can briefly pound them between plastic wrap for easier rolling.