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High-protein deli sandwich with whole wheat bread and cream cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Bresaola, tomato and Philadelphia whole wheat sandwich (180 g) has 401 calories. That works out to 223 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.2 g of carbs, 25.6 g of protein, 16.9 g of fat and 6.5 g of fiber. Its 1.5 µg of B12 covers 62% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 46 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
401
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
36.2g
· 13% DV
Protein
25.6g
· 51% DV
Fat
16.9g
· 22% DV
Fiber
6.5g
· 23% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 26% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 401 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.9 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 5.76 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 1152 mg | 50% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% |
| Protein | 25.6 g | 51% |
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 serving (medium) | 180 g | 401 kcal |
| 2 slice (thin) | 70 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 201 kcal |
| 2 slice (thick) | 90 g | 201 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 223 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 160 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 180 g | 401 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 240 g | 535 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 250 g | 558 kcal |
Calculated from 223 calories per 100 g.
Bresaola is Italian beef that has been salted, cured and air-dried; it is not the same as cooked roast beef. In a bresaola, tomato and Philadelphia whole wheat sandwich, it provides a delicate, savory flavor and is usually added in thin slices.
Spread Philadelphia cream cheese on whole wheat bread, add thin slices of bresaola and tomato, then close the sandwich. Pat the tomato dry first to avoid excess moisture, and add pepper or fresh rocket if you want a sharper, peppery note.
Yes, but toasting the whole bresaola, tomato and Philadelphia whole wheat sandwich can make the tomato watery and the cream cheese loose. For a better texture, toast the bread on its own and assemble the sandwich just before eating.
It can be a convenient lunch, with whole wheat bread, tomato and cured beef, but bresaola and cream cheese can make the sandwich salty and rich. Pair it with vegetables or fruit rather than adding salty crisps or a heavy sauce.
Keep moisture from the tomato away from the bread in a bresaola, tomato and Philadelphia whole wheat sandwich. Pat the slices dry, spread Philadelphia over the bread as a thin barrier, and pack the tomato separately if you are making the sandwich ahead.
Keep a bresaola, tomato and Philadelphia whole wheat sandwich covered and refrigerated, and eat it the same day for the best texture. The tomato softens the bread over time, so do not leave the sandwich unrefrigerated for an extended period.
No, bresaola is a cured, air-dried beef product that is commonly eaten without further cooking. Use it as supplied, keep it chilled according to the package directions, and avoid leaving the assembled bresaola, tomato and Philadelphia whole wheat sandwich warm for long.
You can replace Philadelphia with another spreadable cream cheese in a bresaola, tomato and Philadelphia whole wheat sandwich. For a tangier flavor, use a soft goat cheese; for a lighter texture, try a thick, plain yogurt-based spread.
Yes, pack a bresaola, tomato and Philadelphia whole wheat sandwich in a sealed container and keep it chilled until lunchtime. If refrigeration is unavailable, use an insulated lunch bag with a cold pack, and pack tomato separately to preserve the bread.
A bresaola, tomato and Philadelphia whole wheat sandwich goes well with a green salad, vegetable soup, or crisp cucumber and carrot sticks. These mild, fresh sides balance the cured beef and creamy cheese without competing with the sandwich's flavor.
Vitamins
B12
1.48µg · 62% DV
B3
6.48mg · 41% DV
B1
0.32mg · 27% DV
B2
0.34mg · 26% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Manganese
1.22mg · 53% DV
Phosphorus
356mg · 51% DV
Sodium
1152mg · 50% DV
Potassium ⭐
459mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 401 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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A bresaola, tomato and Philadelphia whole wheat sandwich brings together thinly sliced bresaola—Italian air-dried, cured beef—with fresh tomato and creamy Philadelphia cheese in whole wheat bread. The beef is savoury and tender, while tomato adds juiciness and the cheese softens the sandwich’s flavour.
In Italy, bresaola is often enjoyed in simple sandwiches or with bread as a light meal; it also makes an easy packed lunch wherever you live. This is a filling, protein-rich deli sandwich, with whole wheat bread contributing fibre. For a lighter version, use a thinner layer of Philadelphia and add extra tomato or leafy greens.
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
— Not 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
5.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.