Are you craving a delicious, refreshing, and surprisingly elegant appetizer that takes just minutes to prepare? Look no further than these irresistible Ham and Cheese Cucumber Roll Ups! Perfect for health-conscious foodies, party hosts, and anyone looking to impress with minimal effort, these light and flavorful rolls transform ordinary ingredients into a gourmet sensation that will have everyone asking, "How did you make these?"
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cucumber
- 4 slices of ham
- 4 slices of cheese
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon mustard
Instructions
- Wash the cucumber thoroughly and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- Using a mandoline slicer or sharp vegetable peeler, carefully slice the cucumber lengthwise into thin, long strips. Aim for strips that are about 1/8 inch thick and as long as the cucumber allows.
- In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese and mustard until well combined, creating a smooth spread.
- Lay out the cucumber strips on a clean cutting board or flat surface.
- Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese and mustard mixture along each cucumber strip.
- Place a slice of ham on top of the cream cheese layer, ensuring it covers most of the cucumber strip.
- Add a slice of cheese on top of the ham, trimming if necessary to match the cucumber strip's width.
- Carefully roll the cucumber strip from one end to the other, creating a tight, compact roll-up.
- Place the roll-ups seam-side down on a serving plate to help them maintain their shape.
- Repeat the process with remaining cucumber strips, ham, and cheese.
- Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes before serving to help the roll-ups set and stay together.
- Optional: Secure each roll-up with a toothpick if needed, and garnish with fresh herbs like chives or parsley before serving.
Tips
- Choose firm, fresh cucumbers with smooth skin for the best texture and easiest rolling.
- Use a mandoline slicer or sharp vegetable peeler to create uniform, thin cucumber strips. Consistency is key for neat roll-ups.
- Pat cucumber strips dry thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making your rolls soggy.
- Spread cream cheese mixture thinly and evenly to ensure smooth rolling and balanced flavor.
- Chill roll-ups before serving to help them maintain their shape and enhance flavor melding.
- For a low-carb variation, use turkey or prosciutto instead of ham.
- Experiment with different mustards or add fresh herbs to customize the cream cheese spread.
- If roll-ups are difficult to keep closed, use a toothpick or small skewer for support.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 418kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 115mg
