Appetizers : Cold appetizers Last Updated: Nov 28th, 2009 - 08:29:53 Pineapple, Ham & Cheese Skewers By Sandra Woodruff  Printer friendly page Yield: 24 appetizers 24 toothpicks 24 pieces scallion (about 3/4-inch long) 24 wedges (about 3/4-inch) fresh pineapple 12 round thin slices lean ham (about 6 ounces), cut into half-rounds 3 ounces reduced-fat white cheddar cheese, cut into 24 pieces (each about 3/4-inch square and 1/4-inch thick) Light Honey-Mustard Dipping Sauce (page 000) (optional) 1. Use a toothpick to skewer one scallion piece and one pineapple wedge. Fold one piece of ham in half and then in half again to form a triangle and skewer with the toothpick. Finish off with a piece of cheese. 2. Place the skewers on a lettuce lined serving platter and serve immediately or cover and chill for up to several hours before serving.  Serve with the Honey-Mustard Dipping Sauce if desired. Nutritional Facts (per appetizer) Calories: 19   Carbohydrates: 1 g    Fiber: 0.1 g Fat: 0.8 g    Sat. Fat: 0.4 g    Cholesterol: 5 mg    Protein: 2.2 g    Sodium: 74 mg   Calcium: 27 mg   GI rating: low Diabetic exchanges: Count 4 appetizers as 1 1/2 lean meat and 1/4 fruit exchange. Honey-Mustard Dipping Sauce Yield: about 1/2 cup 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons Dijon or spicy mustard 2 tablespoons honey 1/4 cup nonfat or light mayonnaise 2 to 3 teaspoons water 1. Combine the mustard and honey in a small bowl and whisk to mix. Whisk in the mayonnaise and water. 2. Serve immediately or cover and chill until ready to serve. Nutritional Facts (per tablespoon serving) Calories: 25     Carbohydrates: 5 g     Fiber: 0.2 g    Fat: 0.6 g    Sat fat: 0 g Cholesterol: 1 mg    Protein: 0.3 g     Sodium: 165 mg     Calcium: 7 mg     Potassium: 14 mg Diabetic exchanges: 1/3 carbohydrate  © Copyright 2005 by eatsmarttoday.com Top of Page