Corned beef loaf, jellied
FDC 173860slice (1 oz) (4" x 4" x 3/32" thick) (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 35 · +13 vs Sausage & deli meats medianJellied corned beef loaf scores 35 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, a Low band result that still ranks a strong 8 of 60 in Sausage & deli meats, well above the category median of 22. Protein leads the profile at 46% DV per 100 g, with iron adding a further 11% DV.
Sold in a gelatin-set loaf, it is sliced thin for sandwiches or a cold cut platter rather than cooked further. A standard slice runs about 1 oz (28 g). The clear caveat is sodium, high at 953 mg per 100 g, reflecting the curing process typical of corned beef, so it is a food best kept to occasional sandwiches rather than a daily lunch meat.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 153 kcal | 8% |
| Total fat | 6.1 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 953 mg | 41% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 23 g | 46% |
| Potassium | 101 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 2 mg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 11 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | - |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | 2% |
| Total fat | 1.7 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.73 g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 13 mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 267 mg | 12% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% |
| Potassium | 28 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 3.1 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.57 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 3.1 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | - |
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FDC 173860Original 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
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
More nutrient-dense swaps
Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Jellied corned beef loaf is a canned, pre-cooked deli product made from finely chopped corned beef set in its own gelatin, sliced thin for sandwiches the way you would slice a cold cut. It has a firm, sliceable texture and a distinctly briny, cured beef flavor, and it is most often used cold on a sandwich with mustard and pickles, or diced into a hash with potatoes and onions for a quick skillet meal.
Because it comes in a sealed can, unopened jellied corned beef loaf keeps at room temperature for a long shelf life, but once opened it should be wrapped tightly and refrigerated, used within a few days like any other deli meat. A one-ounce (28 g) slice has 153 calories per 100 grams with 22.9 grams of protein per 100 grams, making it a dense protein option at 46% DV protein for a small slice, though its 953 mg sodium per 100 grams is high, typical of cured and canned meats.
Frequently asked questions about corned beef loaf
How many calories are in jellied corned beef loaf?
Jellied corned beef loaf has about 153 calories per 100 grams, or roughly 43 calories in a one-ounce (28 g) slice.
Is jellied corned beef loaf a good source of protein?
Yes, it provides about 46% of the Daily Value for protein per 100 grams, with 22.9 grams of protein per 100 grams, dense for a canned deli meat.
How is jellied corned beef loaf typically eaten?
It is usually sliced thin and eaten cold on a sandwich with mustard and pickles, or diced and pan-fried into a hash with potatoes and onions.