Sandwich with mustard and pickles

Sandwich with mustard and pickles recipe videos

A sandwich with mustard and pickles is a simple, classic handheld meal typically built on sliced bread with a spread of yellow or Dijon mustard and crunchy dill pickle slices. It's a staple of quick lunches and casual dining, often enhanced with deli meats like ham or turkey, though it can also be a basic vegetarian option. Its origins are rooted in everyday American and European sandwich traditions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This sandwich is generally moderate in carbohydrates from the bread, with protein and fat content depending on whether meat or cheese is added. It provides a quick source of energy, with the pickles contributing some sodium and vinegar, and the mustard adding flavor without significant calories. A basic version without meat typically ranges from 250 to 350 calories per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	290 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	850 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Vitamin C	4 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Folate	45 mcg
Selenium	12 mcg

Per 1 sandwich (approximately 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the mustard and pickle combination is a nostalgic, no-frills classic often associated with delis, picnics, and simple home cooking. Nutritionally, the vinegar in pickles can aid digestion and add tang without extra fat, while mustard is a low-calorie condiment that contains antioxidants like selenium.