⏱ 20 min totalBLT Grilled Cheese
Per 1 serving · 260 g · 6 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein31g15% of calories
- Carbs28g14% of calories
- Fat63g71% of calories
At a glance
One serving of BLT Grilled Cheese (260 g) has 798 calories, with 31 g of protein, 28 g of carbohydrates and 63 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (71% of calories). It is high in protein (62% DV), Vitamin A (62% DV) and Vitamin E (21% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 42%, 172% and 54% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein62%
- Vitamin A62%
- Vitamin E21%
- Vitamin K34%
- Thiamine30%
- Riboflavin (B2)40%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Dietary fiber16%
- Magnesium18%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium42%
- Saturated fat172%
- Cholesterol54%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
3 slice (1 oz) Cheddar cheese
2 tbsp Butter
2 strip Bacon
2 slice Whole wheat bread
2 slice, medium Tomatoes
1 leaf outer Romaine lettuce
Directions
- 1
Cook bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- 2
Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel.
- 3
Butter the outsides of bread slices. Layer 2 slices of cheese, cooked bacon, tomato, lettuce, and 1 more slice of cheese between the bread slices.
- 4
Heat the same skillet over medium heat. Add the sandwich and grill, using a spatula or heavy-bottomed pan to press down, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (260 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 557 μg | 62% |
| Vitamin C | 7 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 1 μg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 3 mg | 21% |
| Vitamin K | 41 μg | 34% |
| Thiamine | 0.4 mg | 30% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 1 mg | 40% |
| Niacin | 4 mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | 22% |
| Folate (B9) | 90 μg | 23% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 μg | 38% |
| Pantothenic acid | 1 mg | 20% |
| Choline | 51 mg | 9% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 678 mg | 68% |
| Iron | 2 mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 424 mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 76 mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 575 mg | 82% |
| Zinc | 4 mg | 39% |
| Copper | 0.2 mg | 26% |
| Manganese | 1 mg | 59% |
| Selenium | 43 μg | 79% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0.3 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 40 μg | — |
| Arginine | 1 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 2 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 1,760 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.2 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 32 μg | — |
| Fructose | 2 g | — |
| Galactose | 0.1 g | — |
| Glucose | 1 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 6 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 1 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0.2 g | — |
| Leucine | 2 g | — |
| Lycopene | 1,029 μg | — |
| Lysine | 1 g | — |
| Maltose | 1 g | — |
| Methionine | 1 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 18 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 5 g | — |
| Proline | 3 g | — |
| Retinol | 408 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 16 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0.3 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.4 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 4 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 1 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 2 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 1 μg | — |
Burning 798 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 151minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 96minCycling (moderate)
- 66minRunning (6 mph)
- 112minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in BLT Grilled Cheese?
One serving of BLT Grilled Cheese (1 serving) has 798 calories, which works out to 306 calories per 100 g. That is about 40% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is BLT Grilled Cheese high in protein?
It provides a solid 31 g of protein per serving (62% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 15% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is BLT Grilled Cheese keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 23 g of net carbs and 14% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in BLT Grilled Cheese?
962 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in BLT Grilled Cheese?
4.3 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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