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A classic sandwich made with bread topped with poppy seeds, typically filled with cheese, meat, or vegetables.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Poppy seed sandwich (120 g) has 312 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 45.6 g of carbs, 11 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 15.6 µg of Selenium covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
312
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
45.6g
· 17% DV
Protein
11g
· 22% DV
Fat
9g
· 12% 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 59% · Protein 14% · Fat 27%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 312 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.56 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 45.6 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 11 g | 22% |
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) | 120 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 208 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 234 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 520 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 240 g | 624 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 624 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
A poppy seed sandwich is made with poppy seed-topped bread and a filling such as cheese, sliced meat, or vegetables. Popular combinations include cheddar with tomato, turkey with lettuce, or cream cheese with cucumber.
To make a poppy seed sandwich, split a poppy seed roll or bun and add your chosen filling. For a simple version, layer cheese, tomato, and greens inside; serve it cold or warm it briefly if you want melted cheese.
Not necessarily. A poppy seed sandwich can be made with a seeded roll, bun, or other poppy seed-topped bread. A poppy seed bagel works too, but the bagel is a particular chewy, boiled-then-baked bread rather than the only bread used.
Cheddar, Swiss, and cream cheese all work well in a poppy seed sandwich. Cheddar or Swiss are good for a toasted filling, while cream cheese pairs neatly with cucumber, smoked salmon, or sliced vegetables.
Yes, you can toast a poppy seed sandwich, especially one filled with cheese or cooked meat. Use moderate heat so the bread warms through without burning the seeds, and add lettuce or other crisp vegetables after toasting.
Yes, eating poppy seeds can sometimes cause a positive result on an opiate screening test for a limited time. The outcome depends on the seeds and the test, so tell the testing provider if you recently ate a poppy seed sandwich.
Store a poppy seed sandwich containing cheese, meat, or egg in a sealed container in the refrigerator and eat it promptly. Keep juicy fillings such as tomato separate until serving if you want to stop the bread from becoming soggy.
Yes, a poppy seed sandwich can be frozen, but fresh lettuce, cucumber, and tomato tend to lose their texture after thawing. Freeze the bread with a suitable cheese or cooked filling, then add fresh vegetables after it has thawed.
A poppy seed sandwich pairs well with a simple salad, soup, or fruit. For a lunchbox, crunchy vegetables or a piece of fruit make easy sides; with a rich cheese or meat filling, a lighter salad balances the meal.
A poppy seed sandwich can be served either hot or cold. Cold fillings such as vegetables and cream cheese suit an unheated sandwich, while cheddar, cooked meat, or egg can be warmed for a more substantial toasted version.
Vitamins
B1
0.26mg · 22% DV
B3
2.52mg · 16% DV
Biotin
4.2µg · 14% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
144mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 312 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 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 Poppy seed sandwich is made with bread topped with poppy seeds and filled with ingredients such as cheese, meat or vegetables. The filling varies, and there is no single standard recipe or specific place of origin for this everyday sandwich style.
It works as a quick breakfast, lunch or snack; in Turkey, it may be eaten with tea, while elsewhere it fits easily into a packed lunch or casual meal. The seeds add a gentle crunch and a mildly nutty flavour to the bread. The sandwich provides carbohydrates, with some protein and fat depending on the filling. For a lighter version, choose plenty of fresh vegetables and keep richer fillings or cheese modest.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.