Ham and cheese loaf or roll
FDC 171628slice (1 oz) (4" x 4" x 3/32" thick) (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 20 · -2 vs Sausage & deli meats medianHam and cheese loaf packs sliced ham and cheese into a single deli loaf, and it scores 20 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, a Low band that places it 38th of 60 in Sausage & deli meats. Its main strength is protein, at an excellent 27% DV, reflecting the meat and cheese base.
It's typically eaten cold in sandwiches or on a deli plate, sliced thin, a single 1 oz slice weighing about 28 g. The trade-off is sodium, at 1000 mg per 100 g, and saturated fat at 7 g per 100 g, both worth watching if eaten often; Bologna, beef, low fat is a same-category option that scores higher.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 241 kcal | 12% |
| Total fat | 19 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 7 g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 58 mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 1000 mg | 43% |
| Carbohydrate | 4 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 14 g | 27% |
| Potassium | 294 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.91 mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 16 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.27 mg | 2% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 67 kcal | 3% |
| Total fat | 5.2 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 280 mg | 12% |
| Carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
| Potassium | 82 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.25 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 4.5 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.08 mg | 1% |
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FDC 171628Original 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.
Bratwurst, pork, cookedDensity 21 vs 20Bologna, beef, low fatDensity 21 vs 20Frankfurter, low sodiumDensity 21 vs 20Original analysis by NutriVerdict
In the kitchen and how to use it
Ham and cheese loaf is a deli meat pressed into a loaf shape with visible flecks or pockets of cheese running through cured ham, then sliced to order at the deli counter or bought pre-sliced. It is eaten cold, most often folded into a sandwich with mustard or mayo, layered on a sub roll, or added to a deli platter alongside other cold cuts and crackers. The cheese pieces give it a softer, slightly creamier bite than a plain ham loaf, and it slices cleanly, which makes it easy to stack for sandwiches or cube for a snack tray.
Buy it freshly sliced when possible and keep it refrigerated, wrapped tightly or in a sealed container, and use within the timeframe recommended by the deli since sliced deli meats have a shorter fridge life than a whole piece. A standard 1 oz slice (28 g) delivers 13.6 g of protein per 100 g and is rich in protein at 27% DV per 100 g, making it a quick way to add protein to a sandwich, but it also runs high in sodium at 1000 mg per 100 g, so it is worth balancing with low-sodium sides like fresh vegetables rather than another salty condiment.
Frequently asked questions about ham and cheese loaf or roll
How many calories are in ham and cheese loaf?
It has 241 calories per 100 g, with a typical 1 oz (28 g) slice providing a smaller portion of that.
Is ham and cheese loaf a good source of protein?
Yes, it provides 13.6 g of protein per 100 g, reaching 27% DV, making it a substantial protein source for a sandwich.
How should ham and cheese loaf be stored?
Keep it refrigerated and tightly wrapped, and use freshly sliced deli meat within a few days for best quality.