Ham-and-Cheese Skewers

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Ham-and-Cheese Skewers
25 min.
25
47kcal

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Looking for a quick and delightful appetizer that’ll impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds? Try these Ham-and-Cheese Skewers! Perfectly gluten-free, this simple yet elegant dish is ideal for any gathering, whether it’s a family dinner, a cocktail party, or a casual snack time. With just 25 minutes of prep, you can create a stunning platter that serves 25 people!

The combination of creamy blue cheese, savory smoked Virginia ham, and the refreshing crunch of Gala apples packs a flavor punch that is hard to resist. Each skewer brings an explosion of taste and texture, making these bites not just satisfying but also visually appealing. What's more, the addition of fresh watercress adds a touch of green elegance while ensuring a nutritious boost.

These Ham-and-Cheese Skewers are not just about taste; they are also low in calories at just 47 kcal each, making them a smart choice for health-conscious eaters. Whether you eat them as a light starter or a tasty snack, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve them upright on a platter, and watch as your guests dive in, enjoying the delicious blend of flavors and the captivating presentation. Your next event deserves a touch of gourmet flair, and these skewers are the perfect way to achieve it!

Ingredients

  • oz cheese wedge blue
  • 0.5 pound virginia deli ham smoked sliced ()
  • large gala apple sliced
  • bunch watercress fresh
  • inch metal skewers 
  • inch metal skewers 

Equipment

  • skewers

Directions

  1. Cut ham into 3/4-inch cubes. Carefully break cheese into 60 small pieces.
  2. Cut apple slices into thirds.
  3. Thread cheese, apple, watercress leaves, and ham onto skewers. Stand skewers upright, ham ends down, on a serving plate.

Nutrition Facts

Calories47kcal
Protein27.46%
Fat60.79%
Carbs11.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.64
Glycemic Load
0.36
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.7869565331418%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.14mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
0.67mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Quercetin
0.66mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:46.81kcal
2.34%
Fat:3.16g
4.87%
Saturated Fat:1.61g
10.03%
Carbohydrates:1.38g
0.46%
Net Carbohydrates:1.16g
0.42%
Sugar:0.96g
1.06%
Cholesterol:9.88mg
3.29%
Sodium:173.39mg
7.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.22g
6.43%
Phosphorus:42.94mg
4.29%
Selenium:2.89µg
4.13%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.91%
Calcium:32.31mg
3.23%
Vitamin K:2.83µg
2.7%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.66%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.44%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.44%
Vitamin B3:0.47mg
2.36%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.12%
Vitamin A:79.99IU
1.6%
Potassium:53.3mg
1.52%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.48%
Vitamin C:0.84mg
1.02%
Source:My Recipes