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Protein- and calcium-containing toast with whole-grain fiber
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Whole-Wheat Toast with Melted Cheese (90 g) has 241 calories. That works out to 268 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.2 g of carbs, 12.8 g of protein, 9.5 g of fat and 3.7 g of fiber. Its 1.1 mg of Manganese covers 47% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 90 g
241
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
26.2g
· 10% DV
Protein
12.8g
· 26% DV
Fat
9.5g
· 12% DV
Fiber
3.7g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 43% · Protein 21% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 241 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.5 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 4.81 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.16 g | |
| Sodium | 535 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.2 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% |
| Protein | 12.8 g | 26% |
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) | 90 g | 241 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 45 g | 121 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 134 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 70 g | 188 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 268 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 130 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 180 g | 482 kcal |
Calculated from 268 calories per 100 g.
Make whole-wheat toast with melted cheese by sandwiching cheese between bread slices and cooking in a sandwich press until the bread is crisp and the cheese soft. A skillet works too; use moderate heat so the bread browns without scorching before the center melts.
Sliced processed cheese melts evenly in whole-wheat toast with melted cheese, while cheddar or mozzarella gives a more pronounced cheese flavor and stretch. Keep the filling inside the bread edges so it is less likely to leak into the press.
Yes, whole-wheat toast with melted cheese can be made in an air fryer. Secure the top slice with a toothpick if the circulating air tends to lift it, and check early because bread can brown faster than the cheese melts.
Cheese leaks out of whole-wheat toast with melted cheese when the slices reach the edges or the sandwich is pressed too firmly. Leave a small border around the filling and avoid overstuffing, especially if adding tomato or other moist ingredients.
Tomato, sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or roasted peppers can add flavor to whole-wheat toast with melted cheese. Cook watery vegetables first and pat them dry; excess moisture can make the whole-wheat bread soggy before the cheese becomes hot.
Whole-wheat toast with melted cheese is a type of grilled cheese sandwich, usually made with whole-wheat bread and a simple cheese filling. A classic grilled cheese can use white bread, butter, and several cheeses, so its flavor and texture may differ.
To keep whole-wheat toast with melted cheese crispy, cook it on a preheated press or skillet and avoid adding wet fillings. Let the finished toast rest briefly on a rack rather than stacking it, so trapped steam does not soften the crust.
You can assemble whole-wheat toast with melted cheese shortly before cooking, but it is best toasted just before serving. Leaving assembled bread with cheese for hours can make it damp, particularly if the filling includes tomato or another moist ingredient.
Leftover whole-wheat toast with melted cheese can be kept refrigerated in a covered container and eaten soon after. Cool it before storing, and reheat it in a skillet or sandwich press to restore some crispness; discard it if it was left out for hours.
Yes, whole-wheat toast with melted cheese can be frozen, though the bread may be less crisp after thawing. Wrap individual portions well and reheat from frozen in a sandwich press or oven; fillings such as fresh tomato do not freeze as well.
Vitamins
B12
0.7µg · 29% DV
B1
0.28mg · 23% DV
B3
3.42mg · 21% DV
B2
0.26mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.09mg · 47% DV
Selenium
23µg · 42% DV
Phosphorus
284mg · 41% DV
Calcium
294mg · 29% DV
Sodium
535mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
199mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 241 calories in 1 serving (medium) (90 g):
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Whole-wheat toast with melted cheese pairs slices of whole-wheat bread with cheese, toasted until the outside is crisp and the filling soft. In Turkey, where toasted sandwiches are a familiar quick meal, it is often eaten for breakfast or as a snack with tea; tomatoes or fresh greens make easy sides. It also works as a simple lunch when you want something warm and filling. The whole-grain bread contributes fibre, while the cheese adds protein and calcium. For a lighter version, use a modest amount of cheese and add vegetables inside or alongside.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.81g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.