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Sandwich with cheese protein and calcium plus fresh tomato and lettuce
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Tomato cheese lettuce sandwich (140 g) has 357 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.7 g of carbs, 14.3 g of protein, 17.9 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 259 mg of Phosphorus covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
A Tomato cheese lettuce sandwich is made by layering cheese, fresh tomato and lettuce between slices of bread. It is an easy, everyday sandwich rather than a dish tied to one particular cuisine, and the choice of bread and cheese can change its character considerably.
The cheese brings a savoury, creamy bite, while tomato adds juiciness and lettuce a crisp, cool contrast. It works for lunch, a quick breakfast or a packed meal, and is often paired with soup, fruit or a simple side salad. Bread supplies much of the carbohydrate, while cheese contributes protein and fat; the vegetables add freshness and some fibre. For a lighter version, use a moderate amount of cheese and add extra tomato and lettuce.
Selected: 100 g
255
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
24.1g
· 9% DV
Protein
10.2g
· 20% DV
Fat
12.8g
· 16% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 38% · Protein 16% · Fat 46%
Vitamins
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B12
0.38µg · 16% DV
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B3
2.4mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
185mg · 26% DV
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Sodium
520mg · 23% DV
Calcium
210mg · 21% 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 255 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 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
✓ 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
5.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
4g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29:1).
To make a tomato cheese lettuce sandwich, layer cheese, sliced tomato and washed, thoroughly dried lettuce between two slices of bread. Put the cheese next to the bread to help keep it from soaking up tomato juice, and assemble shortly before eating for the freshest texture.
A sturdy bread is best for a tomato cheese lettuce sandwich because it holds the juicy tomato and crisp lettuce without falling apart. Sourdough, whole-grain bread or a firm roll all work; choose slices thick enough to support the filling.
Cheddar, mozzarella, Swiss cheese and feta all work in a tomato cheese lettuce sandwich. Cheddar gives a sharper flavor, mozzarella is mild and soft, and feta adds saltiness. If using feta, taste before adding any extra salty spread.
Yes, you can toast a tomato cheese lettuce sandwich, but the lettuce wilts and the tomato releases moisture when heated. For a crisp result, toast the bread and melt the cheese first, then add the lettuce and fresh tomato just before serving.
Dry the lettuce well and remove excess watery seeds from the tomato to keep a tomato cheese lettuce sandwich from getting soggy. Place cheese between the tomato and bread as a barrier, and avoid adding wet sauces until you are ready to eat.
A tomato cheese lettuce sandwich is best eaten the day it is made because the tomato softens the bread and the lettuce loses its crunch. If you need to store it, wrap it tightly, refrigerate it promptly and aim to eat it within a day.
No, freezing a tomato cheese lettuce sandwich is not recommended. Lettuce turns limp and watery after thawing, while tomato makes the bread soggy. Freeze bread and cheese separately if needed, then add fresh tomato and lettuce after thawing.
A tomato cheese lettuce sandwich pairs well with vegetable soup, a simple side salad, or fruit. For a light lunch, serve it with soup; for a more substantial meal, add a side that provides extra protein, such as beans or an egg.
Add an egg, hummus, or a few slices of cooked chicken to a tomato cheese lettuce sandwich for more protein. Keep the tomato and lettuce so the sandwich retains its fresh crunch, and choose a filling that complements rather than overwhelms the cheese.
A tomato cheese lettuce sandwich can be a convenient lunch, with cheese providing protein and calcium and the tomato and lettuce adding freshness. Make it more filling with a sturdy whole-grain bread and pair it with fruit or a side salad.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.