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Unearthed Galician chorizo Calories, Macros & Key Nutrients

Unearthed Galician chorizo contains 390 kcal per 100g, with 31.0g of protein, 0.5g of carbohydrates, and 28.5g of fat. High in protein, providing 31.0g per 100g.

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Nutritional Overview

Unearthed Galician chorizo is a protein-rich food commonly used in main meals across many cuisines. Per 100g serving, it provides 390 kcal of energy, 31.0g of protein, 0.5g of carbohydrates, and 28.5g of fat.

It is a good source of protein, providing 31.0g per 100g (around 32% of its energy), approximately 62% of the UK Reference Nutrient Intake of 50g per day. Under UK/EU nutrition-claim rules, that meets the "high protein" threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. Protein plays a key role in muscle repair, immune function, and keeping you feeling full for longer.

Under UK FSA traffic-light labelling, this food is classified as high in fat with 28.5g per 100g (10.8g of which is saturated). The NHS recommends that fat makes up no more than 35% of daily energy intake. Portion awareness is advisable when including it regularly.

With only 0.5g of sugar per 100g, it meets the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold. This makes it a suitable choice for those reducing their sugar intake as part of a balanced diet. However Unearthed Galician chorizo ends up on your plate, its 390 kcal per 100g still counts. Our nutrition checker keeps an accurate running total of it.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Unearthed Galician chorizo?

Unearthed Galician chorizo contains 390 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 20% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult.

Is Unearthed Galician chorizo high in protein?

Yes, Unearthed Galician chorizo provides 31.0g of protein per 100g (around 32% of its energy), meeting the UK/EU "high protein" nutrition-claim threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. The UK Reference Nutrient Intake for protein is around 50g per day for adults. A 100g serving of Unearthed Galician chorizo provides 62% of this.

Is Unearthed Galician chorizo high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Unearthed Galician chorizo is classified as high in fat with 28.5g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 10.8g is saturated fat.

Is Unearthed Galician chorizo low in sugar?

Yes, Unearthed Galician chorizo has only 0.5g of sugar per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold.

Is Unearthed Galician chorizo high in salt?

Unearthed Galician chorizo contains 3.00g of salt per 100g, which the FSA classifies as high (above 1.5g per 100g). The recommended daily maximum for adults is 6g. A 100g serving provides 50% of this.

Sources & References

Data source for this food

  1. Open Food Facts — product label data (Open Food Facts)

General nutrition references

  1. British Nutrition Foundation — UK nutrition science and education
  2. USDA FoodData Central — US Department of Agriculture food composition database
  3. NHS Eat Well — UK National Health Service dietary guidance
  4. World Health Organization (WHO) Nutrition — global dietary guidelines and public health nutrition
  5. Food Standards Agency (FSA) — UK food labelling regulations and traffic-light nutrition guidelines

Nutritional values are per 100g unless otherwise stated and are provided for general information only. Not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice. If you have a health condition, allergy, or are pregnant, consult a qualified healthcare professional. Values may vary depending on brand, preparation method, and serving size.

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