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Sandwich with cheese, tomato and pepper
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Cheese, tomato and pepper sandwich (180 g) has 459 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 43.4 g of carbs, 18.4 g of protein, 23.2 g of fat and 4.1 g of fiber. Its 333 mg of Phosphorus covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
459
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
43.4g
· 16% DV
Protein
18.4g
· 37% DV
Fat
23.2g
· 30% DV
Fiber
4.1g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 38% · Protein 16% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 459 kcal | |
| Total fat | 23.2 g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 9.72 g | 49% |
| Trans fat | 0.32 g | |
| Sodium | 846 mg | 37% |
| Total carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% |
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% |
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 | 459 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 89 kcal |
| 2 slice (thin) | 70 g | 179 kcal |
| ½ serving (half) | 90 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 230 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 140 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 180 g | 459 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 240 g | 612 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
To make a cheese, tomato and pepper sandwich, layer cheese, thin tomato slices and sliced pepper between two pieces of bread. Pat the tomato dry first to limit moisture, then serve it cold or toast it until the cheese melts.
Cheddar or another good-melting cheese works well in a cheese, tomato and pepper sandwich, especially if you plan to toast it. Feta gives a saltier, crumbly result and pairs well with fresh pepper when the sandwich is served cold.
Pat the tomato dry and remove its watery seed center before assembling a cheese, tomato and pepper sandwich. Putting cheese between the tomato and the bread also helps slow moisture transfer, particularly if you are packing the sandwich for later.
Yes, you can toast a cheese, tomato and pepper sandwich in a sandwich press or skillet. Use a moderate heat so the bread browns before the tomato releases too much liquid, and choose melting cheese for a gooey filling.
Sturdy sandwich bread, sourdough or a crusty roll all work for a cheese, tomato and pepper sandwich. Choose bread thick enough to hold the tomato juices; very soft, thin slices can become soggy, especially when the sandwich is packed ahead.
Either works in a cheese, tomato and pepper sandwich. Raw bell pepper adds crunch and a fresh taste, while roasted pepper is softer and sweeter; drain or pat roasted pepper dry so it does not make the bread wet.
Yes, roasted red peppers can replace fresh pepper in a cheese, tomato and pepper sandwich. Their sweet, tender texture pairs well with cheese, but blot them dry after draining so their packing liquid does not soak into the bread.
You can assemble a cheese, tomato and pepper sandwich the night before, but the tomato may soften the bread by morning. Dry the slices thoroughly, use sturdy bread, wrap the sandwich tightly and keep it refrigerated until you pack it.
A cheese, tomato and pepper sandwich is best eaten within a day when kept covered in the refrigerator. The tomato gradually makes the bread soggy, so discard it if it has been left out for a long time or looks or smells unusual.
Fresh basil, black pepper or a thin spread of pesto can add flavor to a cheese, tomato and pepper sandwich. Use spreads sparingly because the tomato already adds moisture, and choose additions that complement rather than overpower the cheese.
Vitamins
B1
0.43mg · 36% DV
B3
5.04mg · 32% DV
B12
0.76µg · 32% DV
Biotin
9µg · 30% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
333mg · 48% DV
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Calcium
378mg · 38% DV
Sodium
846mg · 37% DV
Potassium ⭐
396mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 459 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A cheese, tomato and pepper sandwich is a simple meal made by layering cheese and fresh vegetables between slices of bread. The cheese may be mild or sharper, while sweet pepper can be used raw for crunch or cooked for a softer, sweeter bite; there is no single regional recipe.
The juicy tomato balances the savoury cheese, and the pepper adds freshness. It works for breakfast, lunch or an easy packed meal, and is often served with a salad, soup or a hot drink. Bread provides most of its carbohydrate, while cheese contributes protein and fat; the vegetables add some fibre. For a lighter version, use a thinner layer of cheese and add extra tomato and pepper, or choose wholegrain bread for a heartier bite.
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
9.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.38g
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.