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Sliced roast beef
Calories & nutrition facts
deli-meat, cooked
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 116 kcal —
- Protein 19 g 39%
- Carbohydrate 4 g 1%
- Fat 2.1 g 3%
- Saturated fat 0.8 g 4%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0.3 g —
- Sodium 1246 mg 54%
- Cholesterol 55.1 mg 18%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 3 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.12 µg 1%
- Vitamin E 0.49 mg 3%
- Vitamin K 1.6 µg 1%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.09 mg 8%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.16 mg 12%
- Niacin (B3) 2.7 mg 17%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.57 mg 11%
- Vitamin B6 0.15 mg 9%
- Folate (B9) 5 µg 1%
- Vitamin B12 1.6 µg 69%
- Choline 43.9 mg 8%
Minerals
- Calcium 8 mg 1%
- Iron 1.8 mg 10%
- Magnesium 18 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 240 mg 19%
- Potassium 235 mg 5%
- Zinc 3.6 mg 33%
- Copper 0.09 mg 10%
- Manganese 0.02 mg 1%
- Selenium 5.9 µg 11%
Similar foods
- Roast beefdeli style, prepackaged, sliced115 kcal / 100 g
- Roast beef cold cutssliced125 kcal / 100 g
- Sliced beef pastramideli-meat147 kcal / 100 g
- Beef roastpart n/e, roasted, with separable fat230 kcal / 100 g
- Sliced extra lean beef pastramideli-meat95 kcal / 100 g
- Beef deli meatcured, jellied111 kcal / 100 g
- Corned beef deli meatshaved201 kcal / 100 g
- Turkey breast deli meatcooked, sliced118 kcal / 100 g
- Cooked ham deli meatsliced122 kcal / 100 g
- Deli-sliced roast chicken125 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Sliced roast beef
How much sliced roast beef is a usual sandwich portion?
About 75–100 g, or several thin slices, makes a filling sandwich. That portion provides 19 g of protein per 100 g of sliced roast beef.
How do you stop sliced roast beef drying out when reheating it?
Warm it briefly in gravy or a little stock over a low heat, just until steaming; prolonged frying makes thin slices tough. For a hot sandwich, add the beef near the end so it heats through without drying.
How long does sliced roast beef keep in the fridge once opened?
Keep it covered in the fridge and use it within three days of opening. If it has been left at room temperature for more than two hours, discard it rather than saving it.
What goes well with sliced roast beef in a sandwich?
Horseradish sauce, mustard, watercress and thinly sliced red onion are classic partners. For a hot sandwich, add gravy and serve it with roast potatoes or chips.
Can you freeze sliced roast beef?
Yes. Freeze it in small, airtight portions, with baking paper between slices so you can separate them easily; thaw it in the fridge and use it promptly.
Is sliced roast beef the same as roast beef cold cuts?
They are similar ready-to-eat beef products, but names and preparation differ: sliced roast beef usually means thin slices of roasted beef, while cold cuts can be more processed or seasoned. Roast beef cold cuts contain 25.1 g of protein per 100 g, compared with 19 g in sliced roast beef.
Is sliced roast beef high in salt?
It can be: sliced roast beef contains 1246 mg of sodium per 100 g. Pair it with unsalted fillings such as lettuce, cucumber or tomato rather than adding extra salty sauces.
Can you eat sliced roast beef without cooking it?
Yes, it is sold ready to eat, so you can use it straight from the pack in sandwiches or salads. Keep it chilled and avoid serving it if the packaging is damaged or the meat smells off.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 1154 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
