Cream Cheese Salad Sandwich: A Delightful & Healthy Treat
Make a Cream Cheese Salad Sandwich: Prioritize Your Health and Savor the Flavor!
Introducing the Cream Cheese Salad Sandwich, perfect as a simple breakfast option or a delightful picnic snack. It’s so delicious that I’ve been making and eating it every morning for months! This recipe combines fresh vegetables, creamy cream cheese, and savory ham on wholesome whole wheat bread, making it both satisfying and nutritious. Enjoy a wonderful balance of taste and health.
Ingredients
- 2 slices Whole Wheat Bread
- 4 leaves Romaine Lettuce
- 3 slices Sandwich Ham
- 1 slice Cheddar Cheese
- 100g Philadelphia Cream Cheese
- 3 Stevia Cherry Tomatoes
- Low-calorie Mustard to taste
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by thoroughly washing the 4 Romaine lettuce leaves and patting them completely dry. Also, wash the 3 Stevia cherry tomatoes and drain them. Ensuring ingredients are dry prevents the sandwich from becoming soggy and maintains its fresh taste.
Step 2
To ensure your sandwich holds its shape, cut a piece of plastic wrap (or parchment paper) to a suitable size and place it on your cutting board. This wrap will be crucial for keeping everything together.
Step 3
Toast the 2 slices of whole wheat bread in a dry pan (no oil needed) until they are golden brown and slightly crispy on both sides. Toasting the bread enhances its texture and prevents it from becoming mushy from the sandwich fillings.
Step 4
Place the toasted whole wheat bread slices side-by-side on the prepared plastic wrap. It’s best to let the bread cool slightly before assembling.
Step 5
In the same pan used for the bread, lightly grill the 3 slices of sandwich ham for about 10 seconds per side. No extra oil is needed. This step adds a subtle savory flavor to the ham.
Step 6
Turn off the heat. Place 1 slice of cheddar cheese on top of one of the grilled ham slices. The residual heat from the pan will gently melt the cheese, allowing it to meld beautifully with the ham.
Step 7
Spread a thin layer of low-calorie mustard onto one of the toasted bread slices. The mustard’s slight tanginess cuts through any richness and adds a layer of complexity to the flavor.
Step 8
On the other toasted bread slice, generously spread the Philadelphia cream cheese. Cream cheese is the star ingredient here, providing a smooth, creamy, and rich base for the sandwich.
Step 9
Ensure the cream cheese is spread evenly all the way to the edges. This helps bind the ingredients together and enhances the overall taste experience.
Step 10
Layer 2 of the dried Romaine lettuce leaves onto the bread slice with mustard. The crisp lettuce adds a refreshing crunch.
Step 11
Next, arrange the 2 slices of grilled ham (without cheese) neatly on top of the lettuce. These add a satisfying heartiness to the sandwich.
Step 12
Place the 3 halved cherry tomatoes on top of the ham. The burst of freshness from the tomatoes balances the richness of the other ingredients.
Step 13
Add the remaining 2 Romaine lettuce leaves on top of the tomatoes, adding another layer of freshness.
Step 14
Gently place the ham slice topped with melted cheddar cheese on top of the lettuce. The warm ham and gooey cheese create a delightful harmony.
Step 15
Finally, top everything with the other slice of bread, which has the cream cheese spread on it, to complete the sandwich.
Step 16
Using the plastic wrap, tightly and neatly wrap the entire sandwich. This step is crucial for holding all the layers together securely, especially when you cut it.
Step 17
Now, carefully slice the sandwich in half using a regular knife or a bread knife. Your delicious Cream Cheese Salad Sandwich is ready to be enjoyed! Cutting it in half reveals the beautiful layers inside.
Step 18
This sandwich is quick to make yet tastes absolutely phenomenal, like something you’d buy! Enjoy a sandwich that perfectly balances taste and nutrition with wholesome ingredients.
