Spinach & Ham Roll
This spinach and ham roll is a real eye-catcher on any buffet and usually disappears in no time. The vivid green omelette with its creamy soft cheese filling and juicy ham not only looks fantastic, it also comes together in a flash. Whether as finger food, a party bite or a light snack in between, the slices look great on any platter. Feel free to change up the filling to suit your mood and whatever's in the fridge.
Ingredients
- 200 g leaf spinach, frozen or fresh
- 4 eggs
- 30 g grated melting cheese, such as Gruyère or Emmental
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 150 g low-fat soft cheese, such as light cream cheese
- 150 g cooked ham
The ingredient amounts above scale with your choice. The value per serving stays the same, while the total in the pot grows with the number of servings.
All nutrition values side by side
| Nutrient | per serving (estimate) | Total for 20 Servings |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 48 kcal | 960 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 0.8 g | 16 g |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 90 g |
| Fat | 2.8 g | 56 g |
| Fibre | 0.4 g | 8 g |
| of which sugar | 0.3 g | 6 g |
How this is calculated
Target amount = ingredient amount × target servings ÷ base servings. The result is then rounded for kitchen use: from 100 g or ml to the nearest 5, between 1 and 99 to the nearest 1, pieces and spoons to half units, amounts below one unit to quarters, thirds or halves. Teaspoons and tablespoons also go down to an eighth, kilograms and litres stay finer.
Total = value per serving × target servings. The value per serving is unchanged, because ingredient amount and serving count change by the same factor.
Sources
- Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 (FIC), Art. 32 and 33: nutrition values per 100 g or 100 ml, additionally allowed per portion.
- European Commission, Guidance document for competent authorities for the control of compliance with EU food law, setting of tolerances for nutrient values declared on a label, December 2012.
Nutrition values are estimates from the recipe record, not laboratory results. Even for checked labels the EU sets tolerances: for fat, protein and carbohydrates 20 percent in the range of 10 to 40 g per 100 g, and 2 g per 100 g below that. Home cooking varies more, because variety, size and cooking loss of the ingredients differ. Kitchen rounding also shifts the total slightly against the plain rule of three. Anyone who has to keep amounts exact for medical reasons, for example during a nutrition therapy prescribed by a doctor, should discuss them with a doctor or a registered dietitian. Your serving count is calculated in your browser only, it is neither stored nor transmitted.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200C (fan 180C).
- If using frozen spinach, thaw it and squeeze out the excess liquid well. If using fresh spinach, wash and finely chop it.
- Whisk the eggs together with the spinach and season with nutmeg, salt and pepper.
- Line a baking tray with baking paper, spread the egg and spinach mixture over it thinly and evenly, then scatter over the grated cheese.
- Bake on the middle shelf for about 15 minutes, until the cheese is golden brown. Then leave to cool completely.
- Spread the soft cheese evenly over the cooled omelette and lay the cooked ham on top. If you like, spread a little soft cheese over the ham as well.
- Roll everything up tightly. It's best to roll from the short side so you get more, thinner slices.
- Serve straight away, or wrap in foil and chill for at least 30 minutes. Before serving, cut into slices 1 to 2 cm thick.
- Tip: For an alternative filling, try pesto with air-dried ham, or smoked salmon.
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Nutrition facts per serving (estimate)
| Calories | 48 kcal |
|---|---|
| Carbohydrates | 0.8 g |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Fat | 2.8 g |
| Fibre | 0.4 g |
| of which sugar | 0.3 g |
Frequently asked questions
Can I make the spinach and ham roll ahead?
Yes, it's ideal to roll it up the day before, wrap it in foil and chill overnight. Only slice it just before serving.
Is the spinach and ham roll really gluten-free?
Yes, the recipe contains no flour. When buying ham and soft cheese, check for gluten-free labelling, as processed products can sometimes contain traces.
How thick should I cut the slices?
Slices 1 to 2 cm thick are ideal. That keeps them sturdy and easy to pick up as finger food.
What other fillings work well?
Try pesto with air-dried ham, or swap the cooked ham for smoked salmon.
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