Croque monsieur
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 15.0 g |
| Fat | 17.0 g |
| Carbs | 28.0 g |
Croque monsieur is a classic French hot sandwich made with ham and melted cheese — typically Gruyère — layered between slices of white bread, often finished with béchamel sauce and grilled or baked until golden. It appears on café menus across France and is commonly served as a lunch dish or light meal. Per 100 g, it provides 320 kcal, 15 g of protein, 17 g of fat and 28 g of carbohydrates, with 1.5 g of dietary fibre and 4 g of sugars. Notable micronutrients include 280 mg of calcium, 780 mg of sodium and 120 mcg of vitamin A per 100 g, along with 0.8 mcg of vitamin B12. No glycemic index value is available for this dish. It fits a Mediterranean dietary pattern.
How many calories in a croque monsieur?
A croque monsieur contains 320 kcal per 100 g. A typical café serving weighs around 180–200 g, putting the total at roughly 575–640 kcal per sandwich.
How much calcium is in a croque monsieur?
Croque monsieur provides 280 mg of calcium per 100 g, largely from the cheese and béchamel sauce. That makes it a relatively calcium-dense dish compared to many other sandwiches.
Is croque monsieur high in sodium?
Yes — croque monsieur contains 780 mg of sodium per 100 g, contributed by the ham, cheese and any added sauce. A full serving can therefore represent a substantial portion of a typical daily sodium intake.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 15.0 g |
| Fat | 17.0 g |
| Carbs | 28.0 g |
| Sugars | 4.0 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 9.0 g |
| Monounsaturated | 5.0 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 1.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 65.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 280 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Potassium | 210 mg |
| Sodium | 780 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.80 mcg |