Ploughman's lunch
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 13.0 g |
| Fat | 16.0 g |
| Carbs | 22.0 g |
Ploughman's lunch is a cold British pub meal traditionally assembled from bread, hard cheese, pickles, and accompaniments such as apple slices, celery, or chutney. It is served uncooked and at room temperature, making it a simple no-cook option common in pubs and packed lunches across the UK. Per 100 g, it provides 280 kcal, 13 g of protein, 16 g of fat, and 22 g of carbohydrates, with 2 g of dietary fibre and 8 g of sugars. The cheese component contributes notably to the calcium content at 260 mg per 100 g, while sodium sits at 680 mg — reflecting the saltiness of cheese and pickles. It also provides 80 mcg of vitamin A, 6 mg of vitamin C, and 0.7 mcg of vitamin B12 per 100 g. Suitable for vegetarian and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in a ploughman's lunch?
A ploughman's lunch contains 280 kcal per 100 g. A typical pub serving can weigh 350–450 g depending on portion sizes of bread and cheese, putting the total closer to 980–1,260 kcal per plate.
How much sodium is in a ploughman's lunch?
A ploughman's lunch contains 680 mg of sodium per 100 g, largely from the aged cheese and pickled condiments. A standard serving of around 400 g would contribute roughly 2,720 mg of sodium.
Is a ploughman's lunch vegetarian?
Yes, a traditional ploughman's lunch is vegetarian, as it is built around cheese, bread, pickles, and fresh accompaniments with no meat required. It is listed as compatible with both vegetarian and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 13.0 g |
| Fat | 16.0 g |
| Carbs | 22.0 g |
| Sugars | 8.0 g |
| Fiber | 2.0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 8.0 g |
| Monounsaturated | 5.0 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 1.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 45.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 260 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 80.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 6.0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.70 mcg |