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A soft white-wheat sandwich roll; a source of carbohydrates and sodium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Firehouse bread roll has 270 calories. It contains 49.5 g of carbs, 9.2 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of B1 covers 38% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 100 g
270
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
49.5g
· 18% DV
Protein
9.2g
· 18% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 14% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 270 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 520 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 49.5 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% |
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) | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 50 g | 135 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 60 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 65 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 351 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
A Firehouse bread roll is a soft, white-wheat roll used for sandwiches, especially long subs. Its precise recipe and size can vary by bakery or seller, so the name does not guarantee one universal ingredient list.
You can make a Firehouse bread roll at home with a soft white-bread dough shaped into long rolls. Let the shaped dough rise before baking until the outside is lightly browned; flour, oven, and recipe choices affect the final texture.
A Firehouse bread roll is typically a soft, elongated roll rather than a thin, pre-sliced loaf. Its shape works well for generously filled subs, while its basic character is still similar to other soft white wheat breads.
A Firehouse bread roll works well with deli meats, cheese, and vegetables, as well as other sandwich fillings. Its soft crumb suits a sub-style sandwich, but very wet ingredients or heavy sauces can make the roll soggy.
No, you do not have to warm a Firehouse bread roll; it can be used as-is for a cold sandwich. For a hot filling, briefly warming the roll in an oven or pan makes it pleasantly warm and lightly toasted.
Keep a Firehouse bread roll in a closed bag at room temperature and use it within a few days. Exposure to air dries it out, while refrigerating bread can make it stale faster than storing it at room temperature.
Yes, you can freeze a Firehouse bread roll in an airtight bag. Thaw it at room temperature or warm it briefly in the oven before serving; its texture may be less soft than when freshly baked.
A Firehouse bread roll gets soggy when it absorbs too much sauce or moisture from its fillings. Drain wet ingredients, use sauces sparingly, and assemble the sandwich close to serving time to keep the soft crumb from turning wet.
Yes, a Firehouse bread roll can be toasted or warmed before filling it. Toasting adds a little crispness to the cut sides while leaving the inside soft; watch it closely so the thin surface does not become too hard.
Yes, a Firehouse bread roll can work for a packed lunch, particularly with fillings that are not too wet. Pack juicy vegetables and sauces separately when possible, then add them shortly before eating to help prevent a soggy sandwich.
Vitamins
B1
0.45mg · 38% DV
Folate
120µg · 30% DV
B3
4.5mg · 28% DV
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
Minerals
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Sodium
520mg · 23% DV
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Iron
3.5mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
120mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Firehouse bread roll is a soft, white-wheat roll made for filled sandwiches. The name is associated with the US sandwich chain Firehouse Subs, where this style of bread is used to hold generous fillings without being too firm to bite.
Its mild flavour and tender crumb work well with meat, cheese, or vegetables. In the US it is commonly served as a submarine-style sandwich; elsewhere, you can use it for a packed lunch or a quick meal. It is mainly a carbohydrate source, with 49.5 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. Add salad or other vegetables and a protein-rich filling for a more rounded sandwich.
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
0.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.