Cheese
American: nutrition facts
American has 80 calories, 4g of protein and 420mg of sodium per 6-inch serving. That makes it the 2nd lowest-calorie option out of 5 cheeses, 3 kcal above the category average.
American is a cheese add-on at 80 kcal and 7g of fat per 6-inch serving. One portion is a modest addition, but stacking cheese with a creamy sauce is how a light order quietly gains 200+ kcal.
| Nutrition Facts | Per 6-inch serving | Per footlong |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 | 160 |
| Protein | 4g | 8g |
| Carbs | 1g | 2g |
| Fat | 7g | 14g |
| Sat. Fat | 5g | 10g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Sodium | 420mg | 840mg |
Allergens
milk
Diet tags
Healthy tip
American is sodium-heavy. Skip pickles and olives in the same build, and choose oil & vinegar over a creamy sauce.
01How many calories in a serving of American?
A serving of American has 80 calories (per 6-inch serving). Most of its calories come from fat.
02Is American high in protein?
Not really — American has 4g of protein per 6-inch serving. Its calories come mostly from fat.
03Is American high in sodium?
Yes — American carries 420mg of sodium per 6-inch serving. Skip pickles and olives in the same build, and choose a light sauce.
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