Serrano Ham

Serrano Ham is a quintessential Spanish delicacy, prized for its rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. This low-carb snack features thinly sliced cured ham paired with fresh accompaniments for a delightful taste experience.

Serrano Ham
10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Spanish
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • Serrano Ham - 100 grams
  • Manchego Cheese - 50 grams
  • Cherry Tomatoes - 100 grams
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Fresh Basil Leaves - 10 leaves
  • Black Pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Begin by slicing the Serrano Ham into thin strips or use pre-sliced ham for convenience.
  2. Cut the Manchego cheese into thin slices or cubes.
  3. Wash the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half.
  4. On a serving platter, arrange the slices of Serrano Ham, Manchego cheese, and halved cherry tomatoes attractively.
  5. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the arranged ingredients.
  6. Garnish with fresh basil leaves on top.
  7. Sprinkle black pepper to taste before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Carbs: 3 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 1200 mg
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg
  • Total Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle health and satiety.
  • Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and cheese, beneficial for heart health.

Tags

SpanishLow CarbSnack