Honey roll sausage, beef
Whole food · Sausages and Luncheon Meats
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Honey roll sausage is a savory, pre-cooked beef sausage where ground beef is seasoned, rolled into a cylindrical shape, and often glazed or cooked with honey for a subtle sweetness. It has a firm, slightly coarse texture with a rich, meaty flavor balanced by a hint of caramelized sweetness. Nutritionally, it's a high-protein, low-carb option with a moderate fat content.
Calorie split: 42% protein · 5% carbs · 53% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its satisfying umami-rich beef flavor with a unique, subtle honey sweetness that makes it stand out from standard sausages. Its firm texture makes it incredibly versatile for slicing, dicing, or eating whole in sandwiches and salads.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
As a processed meat, it can be high in sodium, which is a consideration for those monitoring blood pressure. The added honey, while minimal, does contribute a small amount of sugar. To counteract, pair it with high-fiber vegetables like roasted broccoli or a fresh salad to balance the meal and consider rinsing slices if sodium is a major concern.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of complete protein for muscle maintenance.
- Very low in carbohydrates, suitable for low-carb or ketogenic diets.
- Provides essential minerals like iron and zinc from beef.
- Convenient, pre-cooked protein source for quick meals.
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'honey roll' name often refers to the technique of rolling the seasoned meat in a casing or butcher's twine, not necessarily the amount of honey used, which is typically a light glaze or seasoning.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 64.8 g |
| Energy | 182 kcal |
| Energy | 761 kj |
| Protein | 18.6 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 10.5 g |
| Ash | 4.0 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 2.2 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 9.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.2 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 16.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 137 mg |
| Potassium, K | 291 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 1322 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.3 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.10 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.04 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 15.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.08 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.18 mg |
| Niacin | 4.2 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.49 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.27 mg |
| Folate, total | 4.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 4.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 4.0 ug |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.4 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 40.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.0 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 4.1 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.28 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 2.4 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.4 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 4.8 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.62 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 4.2 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.49 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.38 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.11 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 50.0 mg |
| Phytosterols | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.15 g |
| Threonine | 0.78 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.76 g |
| Leucine | 1.4 g |
| Lysine | 1.5 g |
| Methionine | 0.45 g |
| Cystine | 0.22 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.70 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.56 g |
| Valine | 0.85 g |
| Arginine | 1.3 g |
| Histidine | 0.54 g |
| Alanine | 1.2 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.6 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.7 g |
| Glycine | 1.4 g |
| Proline | 1.0 g |
| Serine | 0.76 g |
FAQ
Is honey roll sausage the same as honey-glazed sausage?
Not exactly. 'Honey roll' often refers to the preparation method (rolling the meat) and a seasoning profile that may include honey, while 'honey-glazed' explicitly means a sweet honey coating applied during cooking.
Can I eat this raw?
No. Honey roll sausage is a pre-cooked product. It is safe to eat cold but is typically reheated or pan-fried to enhance flavor and texture before serving.
How does its nutrition compare to a regular beef hot dog?
Honey roll sausage generally has a similar calorie and fat profile but often contains slightly more protein and a touch of sugar from the honey. Sodium content can vary by brand.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 1.82 kcal/g · 41% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 4.54 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.