1 serving (100 grams) contains 200 calories, 5.0 grams of protein, 2.0 grams of fat, and 40.0 grams of carbohydrates.
Calories |
476.2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 4.8 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 952.4 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 95.2 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| protein | 11.9 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47.6 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 238.1 mg | 5% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Bread with ketchup is a simple and widely consumed combination that often serves as a quick snack or breakfast item. While bread has origins tracing back thousands of years in global cuisines, ketchup is typically associated with European and American food traditions, made primarily from tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, and spices. Nutritionally, this pairing provides carbohydrates from the bread, along with some vitamins and minerals like vitamin C and potassium from the ketchup. Depending on the type of bread used, the nutritional profile can vary, with whole-grain bread offering added fiber, B vitamins, and minerals like magnesium. The ketchup adds modest amounts of antioxidants, such as lycopene, from the tomatoes, but can be high in added sugars and sodium depending on the brand or recipe used.
Store bread in a cool, dry place or freeze for longer freshness. Refrigerate ketchup after opening to preserve quality and flavor.
Bread with ketchup is not high in protein. A slice of white or whole-grain bread typically contains 2-4 grams of protein, while a tablespoon of ketchup contributes less than 0.2 grams. This combination is primarily a source of carbohydrates.
Bread with ketchup is not suitable for a keto diet. Bread is high in carbs (averaging 12-20 grams per slice), and ketchup contains added sugars with about 4 grams of carbs per tablespoon, which can quickly exceed keto carb limits.
Bread with ketchup provides quick energy from its carbohydrate content but is generally low in essential nutrients. Concerns include high sugar in ketchup (often 3-5 grams per tablespoon) and refined carbohydrates in white bread, which may contribute to blood sugar spikes. Choosing whole-grain bread and low-sugar ketchup can make this option slightly healthier.
A reasonable portion would be one slice of bread with 1-2 tablespoons of ketchup, totaling around 100-150 calories depending on the bread type. This portion helps control sugar and calorie intake while preventing overconsumption.
Compared to toast with butter or jam, bread with ketchup is lower in fat but higher in sugar if regular ketchup is used. For example, a slice of bread with 1 tablespoon of ketchup has about 80-110 calories, whereas toast with butter can contain 150-200 calories or more depending on the butter amount. Nutritionally, whole-grain bread with reduced-sugar ketchup offers a better balance.
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Daily value percentages based on FDA guidelines. Nutrient recommendations from NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
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