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Leafy, light sandwich with peppery arugula
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Arugula sandwich (160 g) has 365 calories. That works out to 228 calories per 100 g. It contains 41 g of carbs, 13.4 g of protein, 16.2 g of fat and 4.3 g of fiber. Its 60.8 µg of Vitamin K covers 51% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 160 g
365
KCAL / 160G
Carbs
41g
· 15% DV
Protein
13.4g
· 27% DV
Fat
16.2g
· 21% DV
Fiber
4.3g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 15% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 365 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.2 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 3.84 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 656 mg | 29% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% |
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 160 g | 365 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 80 g | 182 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 228 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 274 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 180 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 502 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 250 g | 570 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 320 g | 730 kcal |
Calculated from 228 calories per 100 g.
An arugula sandwich usually combines fresh arugula with bread, cheese, and vegetables such as tomato or cucumber. Eggs, grilled chicken, or avocado also work well; choose mild or creamy fillings to balance arugula’s peppery bite.
To make an arugula sandwich, layer washed and thoroughly dried arugula with your chosen fillings between slices of bread. Add a little olive oil, mustard, or another spread, and put the arugula in just before serving to keep it crisp.
Goat cheese, mozzarella, feta, and provolone all pair well with arugula. Creamy goat cheese softens its peppery flavor, while mozzarella gives a milder result; add tomato or roasted vegetables for a fuller sandwich.
Yes, egg makes a satisfying filling for an arugula sandwich. Use sliced hard-boiled egg or a freshly cooked fried egg, and add the arugula just before eating so the heat does not wilt the leaves.
Sourdough, ciabatta, and whole-grain bread are all good choices for an arugula sandwich. A sturdy loaf holds juicy fillings better than very soft bread, while a lightly toasted slice adds crunch and helps prevent sogginess.
Yes, but an arugula sandwich tastes freshest when assembled shortly before eating. If you pack it ahead, dry the leaves well, keep wet ingredients and dressing away from the bread, and add the arugula at the last moment if possible.
Serve an arugula sandwich with tomato soup, a simple green salad, or roasted vegetables. If it is a lighter lunch, fruit or a cup of soup makes an easy side without competing with arugula’s peppery flavor.
An arugula sandwich can fit a weight-loss meal, especially when it includes vegetables and a filling protein such as egg or chicken. Large amounts of cheese, creamy dressing, or cured meat can make it more filling and energy-dense.
Keep an arugula sandwich from getting soggy by drying the leaves, draining juicy ingredients, and using spreads as a barrier between the bread and wet fillings. Pack dressing separately and add it just before eating.
No, arugula is usually added raw to an arugula sandwich, where its crisp texture and peppery taste stand out. For a warm sandwich, add the leaves after heating the bread and other fillings so they do not wilt.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
60.8µg · 51% DV
B3
3.84mg · 24% DV
B1
0.26mg · 22% DV
Biotin
6.4µg · 21% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
205mg · 29% DV
Sodium
656mg · 29% DV
Manganese
0.51mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
296mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 365 calories in 1 piece (medium) (160 g):
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An Arugula sandwich layers fresh, peppery arugula between slices of bread, often with additions such as cheese, tomato or egg. The leaves bring a pleasantly sharp, fresh contrast to softer fillings, and the sandwich is easy to adapt to what is on hand. It works well as a café lunch or a quick meal at home, and can be served alongside soup or a simple salad. The bread provides much of its energy, while arugula adds leafy freshness and some fibre; a 100 g portion has 8.4 g of protein. For a lighter version, use plenty of greens and keep richer fillings modest.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.