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Calabresa Sausage
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Calabresa Sausage

Meat

Health Grade

Calabresa Sausage is a spicy, smoked pork sausage commonly used in Brazilian and Portuguese cooking and often sliced for sandwiches, pizzas or sautéed with vege... Show more

Nutrition Overview

Kcal
316 kcal
Fiber
Fiber
0g
Salt
Salt
4g
Protein
Protein
14g
Fat
Fat
28g
Carbs
Carbs
2g
Sugar
Sugar
1g

Nutrition Quality

Micronutrients
Micronutrients
Vitamin B1, Selenium
Moderate
Fat Quality
Fat Quality
Rich in Healthy Fats
Fair
Gut Health
Gut Health
High Saturated Fat
Insufficient
Processing
Processing
NOVA 4
Ultra-processed
Electrolytes
Electrolytes
Na:K 6.0 · skewed toward sodium
High Na Load
Satiety
Satiety
Low Glycemic Index
Low
Not Vegan
Not Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Lactose Free
~1,80€/100g
1.1g/ml

Healthy Swaps

C+

Lean Turkey Sausage (Spicy or Smoked)

More Protein
B-

Chicken Sausage, Reduced-Fat

Less Salt
B+

Firm Plant-Based Sausage (Soy or Pea Protein, Spicy)

More Fiber

Found in

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4.6
gluten free
high protein
low sugar
Maniçoba

Maniçoba

one pot
gluten free
high protein
Tutu de Feijão

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low calorie
meal prep
gluten free

FAQ

Is Calabresa Sausage healthy?

Calabresa Sausage is rated D- on overall nutritional quality. Best consumed in moderation alongside nutrient-dense foods.

What are the macros in Calabresa Sausage?

100g of Calabresa Sausage contains 316 kcal, 14g protein, 2g carbohydrates and 28g fat (of which 10g saturated), and 0g fiber.

What NOVA processing level is Calabresa Sausage?

Calabresa Sausage is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Is Calabresa Sausage gluten free?

Yes, Calabresa Sausage is gluten free.