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Boars Head Genoa Salame&Mozz Cheese Tray
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Boars Head Genoa Salame&Mozz Cheese Tray

Boar's Head
2 oz
Available at Foodtown
190
Calories
12g
Protein
560mg
Sodium
29
Ingredients

What You Should Know

This 2-ounce Boar's Head Genoa Salame & Mozzarella Cheese Tray reads like a tiny, ready-made charcuterie moment for busy American shoppers. You'd spot it in the refrigerated deli/prepared foods aisle or the grab-and-go cooler near sliced meats, packaged cheeses, hummus cups and single-serve crackers — often placed on an endcap for impulse purchases. It fits quick occasions: an afternoon snack, a small addition to a picnic or an appetizer for an impromptu gathering. Boar's Head positions itself as an elevated, trustworthy deli brand: classic, a bit upscale, aimed at adults who value quality ingredients and convenience and who are willing to pay a bit more for name recognition and perceived craftsmanship. The label leans on mild health halos — terms like "uncured" salame, "pasteurized" milk and notes of natural flavors — without organic certification; the ingredient line even lists a touch of organic wine in the salame but the product is not certified organic. There's no kid-targeted branding, rather a grown-up, artisanal vibe. In straightforward processing terms, this is a packaged, ready-to-eat combination of a cured/fermented meat and pasteurized cheese — processed for safety and shelf-stability. Sensory details: thin, tender slices of Genoa salame offer a fatty, savory, slightly tangy chew while soft, mild mozzarella provides a cool, milky counterpoint; the compact plastic tray with peel-back film or clamshell keeps portions tidy for snacking rituals like deli boards, lunchboxes or tailgate grazing. It's designed to be convenient, shareable and immediately gratifying.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories190
% Daily Value*
Total Fat15g19%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol40mg13%
Sodium560mg24%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Protein12g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Uncured, Genoa, Salame, (Pork,, Sea, Salt,, Less, than, 2%, of:, Turbinado, Sugar,, Spices,, Natural, Flavoring,, Organic, Wine,, Lactic, Acid, Starter, Culture),, Mozzarella, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Milk,, Salt,, Cheese, Cultures,, Enzymes)..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

The tray contains processed/fermented salame and pasteurized cheese packaged ready-to-eat; ingredients and preservation make it a processed (NOVA 3) product rather than minimally processed or ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Boars Head Genoa Salame&Mozz Cheese Tray

That really depends on what 'healthy' means to you! This tray packs a solid 12 grams of protein and is low in sugar, making it a good option for a snack or a light meal if you're looking for something protein-rich. However, it does contain 560 mg of sodium, so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

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