Sausage & deli meats

Luxury loaf, pork

FDC 172931slice (1 oz) (4" x 4" x 3/32" thick) (28 g)

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Density 29 · +7 vs Sausage & deli meats median

Luxury loaf scores 29 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, Low band, ranking 17 of 60 in Sausage & deli meats and sitting above the category median of 22. Protein is its clear strength, delivering 37% DV, the main reason it scores as well as it does.

This pork loaf is a deli-counter sliced meat, layered into sandwiches or served cold on a platter, with a single one ounce slice as the reference serving. The number to watch is sodium, high at 1220 mg per 100 g, among the saltier options in this category, so it pairs best with low-sodium sides rather than another cured meat.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 18.4 g · 54%Carb 4.9 g · 14%Fat 4.8 g · 32%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories141 kcal7%
Total fat4.8 g6%
Saturated fat1.6 g8%
Cholesterol36 mg12%
Sodium1220 mg53%
Carbohydrate4.9 g2%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars-
Protein18 g37%
Potassium377 mg8%
Calcium36 mg3%
Iron1.1 mg6%
Magnesium20 mg5%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E-

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FDC 172931

Original 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.

Protein37% DV

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Versus the sausage & deli meats median

Nutrient density29 vs 22 median
Protein / 100 g18 vs 14 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g1220 vs 1030 median

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More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Frankfurter, turkeyDensity 29 vs 29Bologna, turkeyDensity 31 vs 29Chicken spreadDensity 32 vs 29

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In the kitchen and how to use it

Luxury loaf is a sliced deli meat made from cured, seasoned pork formed into a loaf and sliced thin for sandwiches, similar in use to other cold cuts like bologna or spiced ham loaf. It's typically served cold, layered into sandwiches with cheese and condiments, added to a deli platter, or diced into a salad, and its firm, sliceable texture and mild, slightly savory-sweet cure flavor make it an easy sandwich filler that needs no cooking.

Keep the package sealed and refrigerated, and once opened, wrap slices tightly or store them in an airtight container, using them within the package's use-by window since deli meats are perishable. A single 28 g slice reflects 141 calories, and per 100 g the loaf delivers 18.4 g protein, reaching 37% DV for protein, making it a fairly dense protein option for a cold sandwich. Sodium runs high at 1220 mg per 100 g, so it's a food to pair with lower-sodium bread and toppings if you're managing sodium across the day.

Frequently asked questions about luxury loaf, pork

How many calories are in luxury loaf?

A 28 g (1 oz) slice reflects 141 calories, based on 100 g values.

Is luxury loaf a good source of protein?

Yes, it provides 18.4 g protein per 100 g, reaching 37% DV.

Is luxury loaf high in sodium?

Yes, it carries 1220 mg sodium per 100 g, among the higher sodium levels of common deli meats.

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