Heart-Healthy Hermelin

Indulge in the flavorful elegance of Heart-Healthy Hermelin, a lighter take on the classic marinated cheese dish, designed with your well-being in mind. This no-cook recipe showcases low-fat Hermelin or Camembert cheese layered with vibrant slices of red bell pepper, red onion, and cucumber, then marinated in a zesty mixture of low-sodium whole-grain mustard, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and heart-healthy olive oil. Infused with aromatic thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf, this dish brings bold flavors without compromising on nutrition. Perfect for a light appetizer or wholesome snack, serve this delightful creation over crispy, toasted whole-grain bread to please your palate and nourish your heart—all in just 20 minutes of preparation.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Low-fat Hermelin cheese or Camembert
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium whole-grain mustard
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Fresh garlic, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 whole Bay leaf
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 loaf Baguette or whole-grain bread

Directions

Step 1

Remove the Hermelin cheese from its packaging and slice it horizontally to create several rounds, each about 1 cm thick.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the whole-grain mustard, lemon juice, and olive oil. Whisk together until emulsified.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, black pepper, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf to the mustard mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Arrange half of the cheese rounds in a shallow dish. Spread a generous spoonful of the mustard mixture over each cheese slice.

Step 5

Layer the red bell pepper, red onion, and cucumber slices evenly over the cheese.

Step 6

Place the remaining cheese rounds on top of the vegetables, creating a layered cheese-vegetable sandwich.

Step 7

Pour the rest of the mustard marinade over the cheese sandwiches, ensuring all layers are coated.

Step 8

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the cheese to marinate.

Step 9

Just before serving, slice the baguette or whole-grain bread into thin rounds and toast lightly if desired.

Step 10

Serve the marinated Hermelin on the toasted bread slices, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1334.9 grams (1334.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2351

Total Fat 87.10g	112%
Saturated Fat 22.20g	111%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 83mg	28%
Sodium 3289mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 270.50g	98%
Dietary Fiber 16.80g	60%
Total Sugars 24.90g
Protein 109.10g	218%

Vitamin D 50IU	250%
Calcium 1453mg	112%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 1675mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.0%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 47.0%