Honey-Glazed Roasted Ham

Honey-Glazed Roasted Ham is a classic centerpiece dish, typically featuring a cured pork leg or shoulder coated in a sweet glaze of honey, brown sugar, and spices like cloves or mustard, then slow-roasted until caramelized. It is a staple of American holiday feasts, particularly for Christmas and Easter, with roots in European preservation techniques.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates from the glaze. A typical serving provides significant B vitamins (especially B12 and niacin), zinc, and selenium, but is also high in sodium due to the curing process. A standard 3-ounce serving generally ranges from 200 to 300 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	10 g
Sodium	1100 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Zinc	3.5 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)	0.8 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Vitamin B12	0.6 mcg
Niacin (B3)	4.0 mg

Per 1 slice (113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the glazed ham evolved from a practical method of preserving meat through salting and smoking into a celebratory symbol of abundance. Nutritionally, while it's a rich source of complete protein, the traditional curing method makes it a food best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.