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Cheesy Ham and Spring Onion Crostini recipe
Crisp, savoury toast topped with a creamy cheddar and cream cheese spread, cooked ham trimmings and fresh spring onions. An easy snack or light lunch with plenty of flavour.
15 min · Easy · British Jump to method
Ingredients
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 3 Spring onions
- 80 g Grated mature cheddar cheese
- 20 g Margarine
- 100 g Cream cheese
- 120 g Cooked Ham trimmings
- 4 slices Bread
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 513 kcal |
| Protein | 31 g |
| Carbohydrates | 28 g |
| Fat | 31 g |
| Saturated fat | 16 g |
| Fibre | 2.3 g |
| Sugar | 4.2 g |
| Sodium | 1290 mg |
Why this works
A savoury, protein-rich crostini with a high salt and saturated fat load, best enjoyed as an occasional meal or shared starter.
High protein. Ham, cheddar and cream cheese provide a substantial amount of protein, supporting satiety and muscle maintenance.
Calcium source. Cheddar and cream cheese contribute calcium for bone health, though this comes alongside a high saturated fat content.
High sodium. Cooked ham and added salt make this dish relatively salty, which may be a concern for blood pressure management.
Method
- Mix the cream cheese with the grated mature cheddar cheese and a little black pepper.
- Stir in most of the sliced spring onions, keeping a few aside for garnish.
- Warm the cooked ham trimmings in a pan for 1-2 minutes if you like them hot.
- Toast slices of bread until crisp, then spread generously with the cheese mixture.
- Top with the warm ham trimmings and the remaining spring onions, and finish with a tiny pinch of salt if needed.
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