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Moderate-high in carbohydrates and fat, provides protein and sodium from white cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Focaccia bread sandwich with white cheese (180 g) has 515 calories. That works out to 286 calories per 100 g. It contains 57.2 g of carbs, 18.7 g of protein, 23.2 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 25.2 µg of Selenium covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
515
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
57.2g
· 21% DV
Protein
18.7g
· 37% DV
Fat
23.2g
· 30% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 15% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 515 kcal | |
| Total fat | 23.2 g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 8.28 g | 41% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 1008 mg | 44% |
| Total carbohydrate | 57.2 g | 21% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 18.7 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 | 515 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 172 kcal |
| ½ serving (half) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 343 kcal |
| 2 slice (thick) | 120 g | 343 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 572 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 240 g | 686 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 858 kcal |
Calculated from 286 calories per 100 g.
Cut the focaccia horizontally and layer white cheese inside, adding vegetables or herbs if you like. Press the top gently so the filling stays in place, then serve it cold or warm.
A crumbly or sliceable white cheese both work well in a focaccia bread sandwich with white cheese. Choose a milder cheese if the focaccia is strongly seasoned, or a saltier one for a sharper contrast.
Yes, you can grill a focaccia bread sandwich with white cheese. Use moderate heat so the bread browns without burning before the cheese softens; add delicate greens after grilling.
No, a focaccia bread sandwich with white cheese describes the bread and filling, while panini refers to an Italian-style pressed sandwich. A focaccia sandwich can be pressed, but it is not automatically a panini.
Keep wet ingredients away from the bread until serving. Pat washed vegetables dry, avoid excess dressing, and place lettuce or another leafy layer between juicy tomato and the focaccia.
Yes, a focaccia bread sandwich with white cheese can be packed for lunch. Wrap it tightly and keep it chilled, especially if it contains fresh cheese or vegetables; pack watery additions separately when possible.
Basil, oregano, and thyme pair well with the mild, salty taste of white cheese in focaccia. Fresh basil gives a brighter flavor, while dried oregano is convenient and suits tomato fillings.
Freezing is not ideal for a focaccia bread sandwich with white cheese, particularly when it contains salad vegetables. The bread and fresh filling can lose their texture after thawing; freeze plain focaccia separately instead.
Focaccia has a sturdy, airy crumb that can hold cheese and sandwich fillings without needing thin slices of bread. Its olive-oil-rich texture also gives the sandwich a softer, more substantial bite.
Serve a focaccia bread sandwich with white cheese with a simple green salad, vegetable soup, or olives. These sides complement the savory cheese without overwhelming the focaccia's rich, flavorful bread.
Vitamins
B12
0.81µg · 34% DV
B1
0.32mg · 27% DV
B3
4.32mg · 27% DV
B2
0.34mg · 26% DV
Minerals
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Sodium
1008mg · 44% DV
Phosphorus
279mg · 40% DV
Calcium
324mg · 32% DV
Potassium ⭐
212mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 515 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 focaccia bread sandwich with white cheese pairs Italian focaccia—an olive-oil-rich bread with a tender, airy crumb and lightly crisp crust—with a mild, tangy white cheese. The cheese may be sliced or crumbled into the bread, sometimes with vegetables or herbs.
In Italy it makes an easy lunch or snack, and it also suits café menus and packed lunches elsewhere. Fresh tomato, greens or olives make natural accompaniments. The bread contributes most of the carbohydrates and fat, while the cheese adds protein and sodium. For a lighter sandwich, use a modest amount of cheese and add plenty of crisp vegetables.
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
8.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.18g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.