Bologna, pork
FDC 173856slice, medium (4-1/2" dia x 1/8" thick) (1 oz) (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 22 · +0 vs Sausage & deli meats medianPork bologna scores 22 of 100, a Low band that ranks it 30th of 60 in Sausage & deli meats, right at the category's midpoint, with protein its clear strength at 31% DV among an otherwise short list of standout nutrients.
It's a classic cold cut, sliced thin for sandwiches or fried in a skillet until the edges curl and crisp. The sodium load is the main consideration, at 907 mg per 100 g, alongside saturated fat at 6.8 g per 100 g, so it works better as an occasional lunch filling than a daily sandwich staple.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 247 kcal | 12% |
| Total fat | 20 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 6.8 g | 34% |
| Cholesterol | 59 mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 907 mg | 39% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.73 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 15 g | 31% |
| Potassium | 281 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.77 mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 14 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26 mg | 2% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 69 kcal | 3% |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.9 g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 254 mg | 11% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% |
| Potassium | 79 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 3.1 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.22 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 3.9 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.07 mg | 0% |
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FDC 173856Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the sausage & deli meats median
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Pork bologna is a finely emulsified, mild-flavored deli sausage with a smooth, uniform texture, typically sliced thin for sandwiches or thicker and pan-fried until the edges crisp and curl. It is a lunchbox staple layered with mustard or mayonnaise between bread, but it also works fried alongside eggs for breakfast or diced into fried rice and pasta salads for a smoky, savory note. Its flavor is mild and slightly smoky, making it a blank canvas for whatever condiments or toppings are added.
Keep opened packages tightly resealed in the refrigerator and use within the timeframe on the label, since sliced deli meats are more perishable than whole cuts. A one-ounce slice provides 247 calories per 100 g and 15.3 grams of protein, with 31% DV protein per 100 g making it a straightforward way to build protein into a quick sandwich; its sodium is high at 907 mg per 100 g, so it is worth balancing with unsalted sides like plain vegetables or fruit.
Frequently asked questions about bologna, pork
How many calories are in pork bologna?
One slice (1 oz) has 247 calories per 100 g.
Is pork bologna a good source of protein?
Yes, it provides about 31% of the Daily Value for protein per 100 g, or 15.3 grams.
How should pork bologna be stored?
Keep opened packages tightly resealed in the refrigerator and use within the timeframe printed on the label.