Vienna Sausage Sandwiches
Vienna Sausage Sandwiches are a simple, nostalgic comfort food featuring small, mild-flavored sausages (often canned) served in a soft bun or sliced bread. They are a popular quick meal or snack in many parts of the world, particularly in the United States, often associated with convenience and childhood lunches.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in fat and sodium from the processed sausages, with a moderate amount of protein, and the carbohydrate content depends on the bread used. A basic sandwich can range from 300 to 450 calories per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 950 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4.5 mg |
| Selenium | 15 mcg |
| Zinc | 2.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.4 mg |
| Folate | 50 mcg |
Per 1 sandwich (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the Vienna sausage sandwich is a symbol of simple, affordable fare and is frequently featured in pop culture as a humorous or humble food item. Nutritionally, it's a classic example of a processed convenience food that prioritizes shelf-stability and taste over complex nutritional benefits.
