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Long, soft sandwich bread; commonly used for subs and hot dogs
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Hero Bread (60 g) has 159 calories. That works out to 265 calories per 100 g. It contains 29.4 g of carbs, 5.1 g of protein, 1.9 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 10.8 µg of Selenium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
159
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
29.4g
· 11% DV
Protein
5.1g
· 10% DV
Fat
1.9g
· 2% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 13% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 159 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.9 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.42 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 288 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 29.4 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% |
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) | 60 g | 159 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 159 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 239 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 265 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 318 kcal |
Calculated from 265 calories per 100 g.
Hero Bread is a long, soft roll used for submarine-style sandwiches and hot dogs. Its shape makes it easy to fill lengthwise, whether you are making a cold lunch or a hot, toasted sandwich.
Hero Bread is essentially a soft, elongated sandwich roll of the kind used for subs and hoagies. Regional names differ, but the familiar use is the same: split it lengthwise and fill it with sandwich ingredients.
Keep wet ingredients, such as tomato or pickles, away from the cut surface until serving, and drain them first. Spreading a thin layer of cheese or another less-wet filling against the bread can also help protect its soft interior.
Yes, Hero Bread freezes well. Divide it into portions, seal them in a freezer-safe bag, and thaw only what you need; warming the thawed roll briefly can bring back a softer texture.
Keep Hero Bread in a closed bread bag at room temperature, away from heat and moisture. If the package is open, seal it again after each use; refrigeration can make bread go stale faster.
Cut Hero Bread lengthwise along the top or side, stopping before the knife reaches the bottom crust. Leaving the roll hinged helps it hold fillings in place and makes the sandwich easier to eat.
Yes, Hero Bread works for hot dogs because its long shape can hold a sausage and toppings. Make a lengthwise slit rather than cutting all the way through, and warm the roll before filling it.
Toast Hero Bread briefly with the cut side facing the heat, then check it before it dries out. For a filled sandwich, use moderate heat so the center warms and the bread stays soft.
Hero Bread pairs well with deli meats, cheese, grilled vegetables, and sandwich sauces. For a hot sub, add the filling and cheese before warming; add crisp lettuce or other delicate toppings afterward.
Yes, Hero Bread is a good fit for a meatball sub because its length accommodates several meatballs in a row. Use a roll with an intact bottom crust and avoid adding excess sauce so the bread holds together.
Vitamins
B1
0.15mg · 13% DV
B3
1.32mg · 8% DV
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
Folate
21µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.3mg · 13% DV
Sodium
288mg · 13% DV
Iron
2.16mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 159 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 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.
Hero bread is a long, soft roll made for filled sandwiches, especially the submarine-style sandwiches known as heroes or subs in the United States. Its tender crumb and relatively light crust make it easy to split, fill and eat by hand; similar rolls are also used for hot dogs.
Fill it with deli meats and cheese, grilled vegetables or chicken, then serve it as a casual lunch or warm sandwich. It is chiefly a source of carbohydrates, with some protein and a little fibre. For a lighter meal, add plenty of salad vegetables and choose a lean filling, using rich sauces sparingly.
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
0.42g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.42g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.66g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.