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Italian-style sandwich with deli meat, cheese, and sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Siciliano sandwich (250 g) has 688 calories. That works out to 275 calories per 100 g. It contains 68.8 g of carbs, 31.3 g of protein, 31.3 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 55 µg of Selenium covers 100% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
688
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
68.8g
· 25% DV
Protein
31.3g
· 63% DV
Fat
31.3g
· 40% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 18% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 688 kcal | |
| Total fat | 31.3 g | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 11.75 g | 59% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 1800 mg | 78% |
| Total carbohydrate | 68.8 g | 25% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 31.3 g | 63% |
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) | 250 g | 688 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 275 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 125 g | 344 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 495 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 250 g | 688 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 963 kcal |
| 1 piece (double) | 500 g | 1375 kcal |
Calculated from 275 calories per 100 g.
A Siciliano sandwich is an Italian-style sandwich made with deli meat, cheese and sauce. There is no single fixed recipe, so the exact meat, cheese, bread and sauce can vary between cafés and homemade versions.
To make a Siciliano sandwich, layer deli meat and cheese inside bread, then add a suitable sauce. Eat it cold or toast it until the cheese melts; add delicate salad vegetables after heating so they stay crisp.
The name suggests a Sicilian style, but “Siciliano sandwich” does not identify one universally standardized traditional recipe. Menus may use the name for their own Italian-inspired combination of deli meat, cheese and sauce.
Ciabatta or a crusty roll works well for a Siciliano sandwich because it holds the fillings without collapsing. Choose bread with a softer interior if you want an easier bite, and avoid very thin slices when using a generous filling.
A Siciliano sandwich can be served either hot or cold. Toasting it melts the cheese and crisps the bread, while serving it cold keeps the fillings distinct; add fresh vegetables after toasting.
There is no required sauce for a Siciliano sandwich. Pesto, a tomato-based sauce or a light mayonnaise-based spread can work, depending on the filling; use a thin layer to keep the bread from turning soggy.
A Siciliano sandwich pairs well with a green salad, olives or roasted vegetables. These sides complement the rich deli meat and cheese without making the meal as heavy as serving it with another fried or creamy dish.
Wrap a leftover Siciliano sandwich and refrigerate it in an airtight container, ideally eating it the same day. The bread may soften as it sits, especially if the sandwich contains sauce or juicy vegetables.
Yes, you can prep a Siciliano sandwich ahead, but keep wet ingredients and sauce separate from the bread until serving. Assemble it shortly before eating to preserve the bread’s texture and keep fresh vegetables crisp.
Yes, you can make a Siciliano sandwich without deli meat by replacing it with grilled vegetables, roasted mushrooms or another filling you enjoy. Keep the cheese and sauce, or adjust them to suit the replacement so the sandwich stays moist.
Vitamins
B12
1.63µg · 68% DV
B1
0.7mg · 58% DV
B3
9mg · 56% DV
B2
0.55mg · 42% DV
Minerals
Selenium
55µg · 100% DV
Sodium
1800mg · 78% DV
Phosphorus
525mg · 75% DV
Manganese
1.05mg · 46% DV
Potassium ⭐
513mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 688 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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A Siciliano sandwich is an Italian-style deli sandwich made with bread, sliced deli meat, cheese and sauce. The exact filling can vary from one café or recipe to another, so the name does not point to a single fixed combination.
It makes an easy lunch or casual meal, served cold or toasted; toasting gives the bread a crisp edge while the cheese softens into the savoury filling. A side salad, pickles or a simple soup works well alongside it. Bread supplies much of its carbohydrate, while the meat and cheese contribute protein and fat; it provides 12.5 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter version, use less sauce and add fresh 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
— 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
11.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
12.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.13g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.