Keto Ham Roll Ups (Print version)

Creamy cheese and crisp vegetables wrapped in savory ham slices for a quick low-carb snack or appetizer.

# Ingredient List:

→ Meats

01 - 8 slices deli ham (approximately 7 oz), preferably nitrate-free

→ 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 It:

01 - Combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix until thoroughly blended and smooth.
02 - Lay individual ham slices flat on a clean work surface, ensuring edges are not overlapping.
03 - Distribute approximately 1 tablespoon of cheese mixture evenly across the surface of each ham slice, covering most areas.
04 - Place cucumber and bell pepper strips along one short edge of each ham slice, arranging parallel for uniform rolling.
05 - Starting from the vegetable-filled edge, roll each ham slice tightly to create compact cylinders. Position seam-side down on serving platter.
06 - For bite-sized appetizers, slice rolls in half crosswise using a sharp knife.
07 - Serve immediately at room temperature, or refrigerate 30 minutes for firmer texture before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can assemble them in 15 minutes flat when unexpected guests arrive
  • The crunch of fresh vegetables against creamy filling makes every bite exciting
  • They actually satisfy those heavy carb cravings without the guilt
02 -
  • Room temperature cream cheese is non-negotiable here, or you will end up with torn ham and uneven distribution
  • Pat the ham slices dry if they are wet from packaging, otherwise the filling slides right off
03 -
  • If your ham slices are different sizes, arrange them on the board by size and adjust the amount of filling accordingly for consistency
  • The sharp knife matters here, a dull blade will smash your carefully rolled creations instead of slicing through cleanly

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