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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Meat Sandwich (180 g) has 414 calories. That works out to 230 calories per 100 g. It contains 45 g of carbs, 21.6 g of protein, 14.4 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 1.3 µg of B12 covers 53% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
A meat sandwich is made by placing cooked meat, often sliced, between pieces of bread. The exact meat and extras vary by household and shop; the pictured version has thin slices of meat in pale bread. It is a familiar, adaptable lunch rather than a dish tied to one specific regional tradition.
The soft bread balances the savoury filling, and it can be eaten as a quick meal at home, at work or on the go. Add salad leaves, tomato or pickles for freshness, or serve it with soup for a more substantial lunch. It provides protein—12 g per 100 g—and can be filling. For a lighter sandwich, use plenty of vegetables and go easy on rich sauces.
Selected: 100 g
230
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
25g
· 9% DV
Protein
12g
· 24% DV
Fat
8g
· 10% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 22% · Fat 33%
Vitamins
B12
0.7µg · 29% DV
B3
2.8mg · 18% DV
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
95mg · 14% DV
Iron
2mg · 11% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 230 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
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
— Not 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
2.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
A meat sandwich can be part of a balanced meal, but processed fillings such as deli ham or salami can be high in salt. Add vegetables and choose a modest amount of meat to make the sandwich more balanced.
There is no single best meat for every meat sandwich: roast beef gives a hearty flavor, while ham and turkey are milder deli options. Use cooked meat sliced thinly so it is easy to bite through with the bread.
Layer cooked meat between two slices of bread, then add any vegetables, cheese or sauce you like. Keep wet ingredients such as tomato or dressing away from the bread until serving to help prevent sogginess.
Yes, a meat sandwich made with cooked, ready-to-eat meat can be eaten cold. Keep it refrigerated until you are ready to eat, particularly when it contains deli meat, cheese or mayonnaise.
Mustard pairs especially well with a meat sandwich because its sharp flavor complements savory deli meats without making the bread overly wet. Mayonnaise, horseradish sauce or a little barbecue sauce also work, depending on the meat.
To keep a meat sandwich from getting soggy, pat wet vegetables dry and spread a thin layer of butter or another moisture barrier on the bread. Pack sauces separately and add them just before eating.
Yes, you can freeze a meat sandwich, but fresh vegetables and mayonnaise often turn watery or change texture after thawing. Freeze the bread and meat together, then add crisp vegetables and sauce after it has thawed.
Keep a meat sandwich covered or in an airtight container and eat it within 3–4 days. Do not leave it at room temperature for more than 2 hours, or 1 hour in hot conditions.
A meat sandwich with cold deli meat is safest during pregnancy when the meat is heated until steaming hot, then added to the sandwich. This reduces the risk from Listeria, which can grow in refrigerated ready-to-eat meats.
A meat sandwich goes well with soup, a green salad or crunchy raw vegetables. For a lighter lunch, pair it with vegetable sticks or a simple salad instead of fries or crisps.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.