
Reuben sandwich
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 282 kcal |
| Protein | 10.0 g |
| Fat | 19.4 g |
| Carbs | 16.4 g |
The Reuben sandwich is a classic American deli sandwich built from corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Russian or Thousand Island dressing, layered between slices of rye bread and typically grilled until the cheese melts. It is a staple of Jewish-American deli culture and is usually served hot as a full meal. Per 100 g, a Reuben provides 282 kcal, 10 g of protein, 19.4 g of fat and 16.4 g of carbohydrates, with 2.2 g of dietary fibre and 3.5 g of sugars. Sodium is notably high at 688 mg per 100 g, reflecting the cured meat, cheese and condiments; the sandwich also contributes 134 mg of potassium, 131 mg of phosphorus, 56 mcg of vitamin A and 32 mcg of folate per 100 g. No glycemic index data is available for this food. The Reuben does not align with common restrictive dietary patterns.
How many calories in a Reuben sandwich?
A Reuben sandwich contains 282 kcal per 100 g. A typical deli serving weighs around 300–350 g, putting the total closer to 850–990 kcal per sandwich.
How much sodium is in a Reuben sandwich?
A Reuben sandwich contains 688 mg of sodium per 100 g, largely from the corned beef, Swiss cheese and dressing. A full serving of 300 g would contribute around 2,060 mg of sodium.
Is a Reuben sandwich healthy?
Nutritionally, a Reuben is relatively high in fat (19.4 g per 100 g) and notably high in sodium (688 mg per 100 g), which reflects its cured and processed ingredients. It does provide 10 g of protein and modest amounts of vitamin A and folate per 100 g.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 282 kcal |
| Protein | 10.0 g |
| Fat | 19.4 g |
| Carbs | 16.4 g |
| Sugars | 3.5 g |
| Fiber | 2.2 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 5.8 g |
| Monounsaturated | 6.6 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 4.7 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.58 g |
| Omega-6 | 4.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 43.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 117 mg |
| Iron | 1.7 mg |
| Magnesium | 21.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 131 mg |
| Potassium | 134 mg |
| Sodium | 688 mg |
| Zinc | 2.0 mg |
| Copper | 0.11 mg |
| Selenium | 20.3 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 56.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 53.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.10 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1.6 mg |
| Vitamin K | 17.2 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.31 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.18 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.14 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 32.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.70 mcg |
| Choline | 26.1 mg |