⏱ 15 min totalMonte Cristo sandwich
Per 1 serving · 255 g · 6 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein36g27% of calories
- Carbs30g22% of calories
- Fat31g52% of calories
At a glance
One serving of Monte Cristo sandwich (255 g) has 551 calories, with 36 g of protein, 30 g of carbohydrates and 31 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (52% of calories). It is high in protein (73% DV), Vitamin A (26% DV) and thiamine (68% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 58%, 77% and 102% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein73%
- Vitamin A26%
- Thiamine68%
- Riboflavin (B2)47%
- Niacin31%
- Vitamin B641%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Dietary fiber16%
- Vitamin D15%
- Vitamin E17%
- Folate (B9)15%
- Potassium11%
- Magnesium19%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium58%
- Saturated fat77%
- Cholesterol102%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
- 3 slice Ham
1 slice (1 oz) Swiss cheese
1 extra large Egg- ¹⁄₁₆ cup 2% milk
¾ tbsp Butter
2 slice Whole wheat bread
Directions
- 1
For each sandwich, place about 2 slices ham and 1 slice Swiss cheese between 2 slices of bread. In a mixing bowl whisk together the eggs and milk.
- 2
Dip sandwiches in the egg mixture, turning carefully, until well coated and all of the mixture is absorbed. Melt butter in a large skillet or on griddle.
- 3
When skillet is hot and butter is bubbly, place sandwiches in skillet and cook slowly for 8-10 minutes; turn and continue cooking until cheese is melted and both sides are golden brown.
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (255 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 235 μg | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 3 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 2 μg | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 2 mg | 17% |
| Vitamin K | 6 μg | 5% |
| Thiamine | 1 mg | 68% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 1 mg | 47% |
| Niacin | 5 mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1 mg | 41% |
| Folate (B9) | 59 μg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2 μg | 81% |
| Pantothenic acid | 2 mg | 36% |
| Choline | 258 mg | 47% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 390 mg | 39% |
| Iron | 3 mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 513 mg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 80 mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 538 mg | 77% |
| Zinc | 4 mg | 38% |
| Copper | 0.3 mg | 28% |
| Manganese | 2 mg | 74% |
| Selenium | 55 μg | 99% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0.1 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 0 μg | — |
| Arginine | 1 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 2 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 38 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.4 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 2 μg | — |
| Fructose | 1 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 1 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 5 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 1 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 1 g | — |
| Leucine | 3 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Lysine | 2 g | — |
| Maltose | 1 g | — |
| Methionine | 1 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 10 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 3 g | — |
| Proline | 2 g | — |
| Retinol | 232 μg | — |
| Serine | 2 g | — |
| Starch | 16 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0.1 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.2 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 2 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.4 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 2 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 2 μg | — |
Burning 551 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 105minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 66minCycling (moderate)
- 46minRunning (6 mph)
- 78minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Monte Cristo sandwich?
One serving of Monte Cristo sandwich (1 serving) has 551 calories, which works out to 216 calories per 100 g. That is about 28% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Monte Cristo sandwich high in protein?
It provides a solid 36 g of protein per serving (73% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 27% 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 Monte Cristo sandwich keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 26 g of net carbs and 22% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Monte Cristo sandwich?
1325 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Monte Cristo sandwich?
4 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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