Pineapple Glazed Ham
Pineapple Glazed Ham is a festive centerpiece dish, typically made with a cured ham, a sweet glaze featuring pineapple juice or rings, brown sugar, and warm spices like cloves or cinnamon. It is a popular holiday meal in the United States and Canada, especially for Christmas and Easter, with roots in American culinary traditions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with a significant amount of sodium from the curing process, and contains added sugars from the glaze. A typical serving (about 3-4 ounces) provides a substantial amount of protein and B vitamins, with a calorie range of approximately 250-400 calories, depending on the cut and glaze.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 20 g |
| Sodium | 1100 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Zinc | 3.5 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The combination of sweet and savory is a hallmark of American holiday cooking, and the pineapple glaze not only adds flavor but also contains bromelain, an enzyme that can help tenderize the meat. Culturally, it symbolizes hospitality and celebration, often served as a centerpiece that brings families together.
