Cracker sandwiches with deli meats and cheese
Cracker sandwiches with deli meats and cheese are a simple, classic snack or light meal made by layering sliced deli meats (like ham, turkey, or roast beef) and cheese (such as cheddar or Swiss) between two crisp, savory crackers. This no-cook assembly is popular in North America, especially in the United States, as a quick lunchbox item, party appetizer, or pantry staple.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This snack is typically balanced but leans toward being higher in protein and fat from the meats and cheese, with moderate carbohydrates from the crackers. A basic serving (about 2-3 sandwiches) provides protein for satiety, calcium from the cheese, and roughly 200-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Selenium | 18 mcg |
| Zinc | 2 mg |
Per 2 sandwiches (about 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it embodies the mid-20th-century American trend of convenient, shelf-stable foods, often featured in retro cookbooks and lunchbox guides. Nutritionally, it's a practical way to combine protein and whole grains if using whole-wheat crackers, making it a more substantial option than plain crackers alone.
