Keto Ham Roll Ups (Print)

Savory ham wrapped around creamy cheese and crisp vegetables for an easy low-carb snack.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 8 slices deli ham, preferably nitrate-free (approximately 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

# How to Make:

01 - Combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar, green onions, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix thoroughly until completely smooth and evenly incorporated.
02 - Layout individual ham slices on a clean, dry work surface, ensuring they lie flat without overlapping.
03 - Distribute approximately 1 tablespoon of the prepared cheese mixture across each ham slice, spreading evenly to cover the surface while leaving a slight border at the edges.
04 - Place julienned cucumber and red bell pepper strips along one short edge of each ham slice, layering them uniformly for consistent filling distribution.
05 - Starting from the vegetable-filled edge, roll each ham slice tightly and securely. Arrange completed rolls seam-side down on a serving platter or cutting board.
06 - For bite-sized appetizers, slice each roll in half diagonally. Serve immediately for optimal texture, or refrigerate for 30 minutes to achieve firmer, easier-to-handle pieces.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The creamy cheese filling balances the salty ham in a way that feels indulgent but keeps you light
  • They come together in under fifteen minutes but look like you put real thought into them
  • You can prep them ahead and they actually get better after a short chill in the fridge
02 -
  • Cream cheese that's still cold will tear your ham and give you a lumpy filling, patience here saves the whole recipe
  • Overfilling seems like a good idea until you try to roll them and everything explodes out the sides
  • Room temperature roll ups are softer and more luxurious, cold ones slice cleaner and hold their shape better
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife and saw gently through cold roll ups instead of pressing down, they keep their shape much better
  • If your ham slices are super thin, layer two pieces per roll up for structure that won't fall apart

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