Liverwurst and Apple Sandwich
The Liverwurst and Apple Sandwich is a hearty, savory-sweet open-faced or closed sandwich featuring creamy, spiced liverwurst (a type of German liver sausage) paired with crisp, tart apple slices. It's typically assembled on rye or pumpernickel bread, often with a smear of mustard or butter. This combination is a classic in German and Central European cuisine, enjoyed as a substantial snack or light meal.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This sandwich is high in protein and fat, with a moderate amount of carbs from the bread and fruit. It provides significant iron, vitamin A, and B vitamins from the liverwurst, with a rough calorie ballpark of 350-450 kcal per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Vitamin A | 250% DV |
| Iron | 25% DV |
| Vitamin B12 | 150% DV |
| Niacin (B3) | 40% DV |
| Selenium | 30% DV |
| Phosphorus | 20% DV |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin C | 10% DV |
Per 1 sandwich (approx. 150g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The pairing is a classic example of 'sweet and savory' flavor balancing, where the apple's acidity and sweetness cut through the rich, fatty liverwurst. Nutritionally, the liverwurst is a dense source of preformed vitamin A (retinol) and highly bioavailable iron.
