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Ready-to-eat cold sandwich made with ciabatta bread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cold ciabatta sandwich (180 g) has 459 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 51.1 g of carbs, 18.4 g of protein, 20.3 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 32.4 µg of Selenium covers 59% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
459
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
51.1g
· 19% DV
Protein
18.4g
· 37% DV
Fat
20.3g
· 26% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 16% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 459 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.3 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 4.68 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 972 mg | 42% |
| Total carbohydrate | 51.1 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| 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 piece (medium) | 180 g | 459 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 45 g | 115 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 90 g | 230 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 383 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 200 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 561 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 260 g | 663 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
A cold ciabatta sandwich can hold sliced cheese, cured meat or grilled vegetables, plus lettuce, tomato and a spread. Choose fillings that are not too wet, since excess moisture can soak into the airy bread before you eat it.
Slice the ciabatta horizontally and spread a thin layer of pesto, mustard or olive oil on the cut sides. Add your chosen cold fillings, place juicy vegetables near the center, then close the sandwich and serve or wrap it.
Keep wet ingredients away from the cut surfaces of the bread. For a cold ciabatta sandwich, pat vegetables dry, use only a thin layer of dressing, and put lettuce or cheese between the bread and juicy fillings as a moisture barrier.
Yes, you can make a cold ciabatta sandwich ahead, but keep it covered in the refrigerator. For the best texture, pack juicy vegetables and dressing separately and add them shortly before eating, rather than letting them sit against the bread.
A cold ciabatta sandwich is served unheated, while a panini is usually pressed and grilled until the bread is crisp and the filling is warm. Either can use ciabatta, but the cooking method changes its texture and serving temperature.
Mozzarella, provolone, cheddar or soft goat cheese all work well in a cold ciabatta sandwich. Choose a firmer cheese if you want neat slices; drain fresh mozzarella well so its moisture does not make the bread soggy.
A cold ciabatta sandwich with meat, cheese or egg should be refrigerated promptly and eaten within a day for the best quality. Keep it sealed and cold; discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended period.
You can freeze a cold ciabatta sandwich, but fresh vegetables such as lettuce and tomato become limp and watery after thawing. For a better result, freeze the bread with suitable fillings and add fresh vegetables and spreads after it has thawed.
You can toast a cold ciabatta sandwich, but it will become a warm, crisp sandwich rather than a cold one. Remove delicate ingredients such as lettuce first, heat the bread and sturdier fillings, then add the fresh ingredients afterward.
Serve a cold ciabatta sandwich with a simple green salad, vegetable sticks, olives or a cup of soup. These sides complement the chewy bread without overpowering the fillings, making the sandwich an easy option for lunch or a picnic.
Vitamins
B3
5.58mg · 35% DV
B1
0.4mg · 33% DV
Biotin
7.2µg · 24% DV
B2
0.29mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Sodium
972mg · 42% DV
Phosphorus
230mg · 33% DV
Manganese
0.61mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
306mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 459 calories in 1 piece (medium) (180 g):
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A cold ciabatta sandwich is made by filling ciabatta, an Italian bread with a crisp crust and an airy, chewy crumb, then serving it without heating. Fillings vary: cheese, meat, vegetables and spreads are all common choices, so the exact flavour and nutritional profile depend on what goes inside.
It works well as a portable lunch or a quick meal, and can be found in cafés and delis as well as made at home. The bread’s sturdy crust holds the filling, while its open texture makes each bite pleasantly soft. With 10.2 g of protein per 100 g, it can make a satisfying meal; for a lighter version, use plenty of vegetables and go easy on rich spreads.
Low
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.46g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.78g
Omega 6:3 ratio 38:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (38:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.