Prosciutto and cheese sandwich
Medium GI
GL 17 per 100 g
- Good protein content
- High sodium content
Prosciutto and cheese sandwich has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate).
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 1 per 100 g This swap drastically reduces the glycemic load from 17 to 1 by replacing the high-carb bread with lettuce, significantly stabilizing blood sugar response.
Sliced turkey breast and avocado wrapped in lettuce leaves - Almond flour breadGL 2 per 100 g Almond flour bread provides a much lower glycemic impact (GL 2 vs 17) while maintaining the sandwich experience.
- GL 2 per 100 g Stuffed peppers offer a savory, cheese-inclusive alternative with a much lower glycemic load (GL 2 vs 17) compared to a traditional sandwich.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 295 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 29 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.6 g |
| Natural | 1.8 g |
| Added | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 1.7 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1.2 g |
| Protein | 13 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Saturated | 6.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 5.8 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Good protein content
- Contains calcium from cheese
- High sodium content
- Contains processed meat
- Moderate glycemic load
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Prosciutto and cheese sandwich?
Prosciutto and cheese sandwich has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 17 per 100 g.
Is Prosciutto and cheese sandwich good for people with insulin resistance?
Prosciutto and cheese sandwich has a medium glycemic index (60). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Sliced turkey breast and avocado wrapped in lettuce leaves.
How does Prosciutto and cheese sandwich affect blood sugar?
Prosciutto and cheese sandwich has a glycemic load of 17 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
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