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Cold-served cheese sandwich
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cold cheese sandwich (140 g) has 405 calories. That works out to 289 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.7 g of carbs, 17.4 g of protein, 19 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 347.2 mg of Phosphorus covers 50% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
405
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
41.7g
· 15% DV
Protein
17.4g
· 35% DV
Fat
19g
· 24% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 17% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 405 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 8.54 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.31 g | |
| Sodium | 857 mg | 37% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41.7 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 17.4 g | 35% |
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) | 140 g | 405 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 70 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 260 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 289 kcal |
| 1 serving (thin) | 120 g | 347 kcal |
| 1 serving (thick) | 160 g | 462 kcal |
| 1 pack (double) | 180 g | 520 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 190 g | 549 kcal |
Calculated from 289 calories per 100 g.
A cold cheese sandwich is made by placing sliced cheese between two slices of bread. Add a thin spread of butter or mustard if you like, then serve it straight away or wrap it for later.
Kaşar cheese works well in a cold cheese sandwich because it slices neatly and has a mild, savory flavor. Choose young kaşar for a softer taste or aged kaşar for a more pronounced flavor, and slice it thinly.
Soft sandwich bread is a classic choice for a cold cheese sandwich, while a sturdy roll holds its shape better for packing. Choose bread that is fresh but not overly soft, so it does not compress around the cheese.
Keep wet ingredients away from the bread in a cold cheese sandwich. Dry washed vegetables thoroughly, use a cheese layer between the bread and juicy fillings, and add tomatoes or dressing shortly before eating.
Yes, you can make a cold cheese sandwich the night before if you refrigerate it in a sealed container. For the best texture, pack watery vegetables separately and add them just before eating.
A cold cheese sandwich is best eaten within a day when refrigerated in a sealed container. Do not leave it at room temperature for more than two hours, and refrigerate it promptly after packing.
You can freeze a cold cheese sandwich, but the bread may thaw softer and the cheese texture can change. Wrap it tightly, thaw it in the refrigerator, and avoid adding fresh vegetables or sauces before freezing.
Lettuce, roasted peppers, or thinly sliced cucumber pair well with kaşar in a cold cheese sandwich. Pat vegetables dry first, and use a small amount of mustard if you want extra tang without overpowering the cheese.
Yes, a cold cheese sandwich can be a convenient breakfast, especially when you need something quick to take along. Add vegetables or have fruit on the side to bring more variety to the meal.
Yes, you can toast a cold cheese sandwich, but heating it turns it into a toasted cheese sandwich. Toast it briefly until the cheese softens, and let it cool slightly before eating.
Vitamins
B12
0.87µg · 36% DV
B2
0.34mg · 26% DV
B1
0.31mg · 26% DV
Biotin
7.14µg · 24% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
347mg · 50% DV
Calcium
437mg · 44% DV
Selenium
24µg · 44% DV
Sodium
857mg · 37% DV
Potassium ⭐
235mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 405 calories in 1 piece (medium) (140 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 Cold cheese sandwich pairs slices of bread with cheese and is an easy-to-assemble option for lunch, a quick snack or a packed meal. In Turkey, the cheese would commonly be kaşar, a mild, slightly salty semi-hard cheese, though versions elsewhere may use a different sliced cheese.
The soft bread and creamy, savoury cheese make a simple combination that needs little preparation. It can be served with raw vegetables, soup or a piece of fruit, and works well for a lunchbox or an informal meal. Its nutrition mainly comes from the bread and cheese; it provides 12.4 g of protein per 100 g. Add lettuce, tomato or cucumber for freshness, or choose thinner bread slices for a lighter sandwich.
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
8.54g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.