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Boars Head Salami, Genoa
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Boars Head Salami, Genoa

Boar's Head
4 oz
Available at Foodtown
190
Calories
12g
Protein
870mg
Sodium
23
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Boar's Head Salami, Genoa is a small, 4 oz log of ready-to-slice deli salami you would typically find in the refrigerated deli section or in the packaged cold cuts aisle, near other premium sliced hams, prosciutto, and sandwich meats. Shoppers reach for it when building charcuterie boards, packing picnic sandwiches, or grabbing quick protein for lunches. It fits casual weeknight sandwiches, weekend brunch spreads, game day platters, and snackable road-trip provisions. The Boar's Head brand positions itself as a premium, old-world deli choice with an emphasis on quality and tradition, appealing to middle- to upper-income shoppers who want better-for-you deli options without artisanal pricing. Packaging is straightforward: clear shrink-wrapped or vacuum-sealed plastic with a conspicuous Boar's Head logo and product name, often accompanied by claims or imagery suggesting tradition and quality rather than child-focused branding or organic certification. Labels can give a health halo by emphasizing recognizable meat cuts and basic ingredient names, but this product also contains preservatives and additives. In plain language, the salami is a processed cured meat made from pork and a small mix of sugars, cultured starters, nitrates, antioxidants, and citric acid to stabilize flavor and color. Sensory notes include a firm but sliceable texture, dense marbling, savory and slightly tangy cured flavor with a peppery undertone, and a salty finish. Rituals around use include thin slicing for sandwiches, thicker rounds on cheeseboards, or quick microwaved melt-ins for late-night snacks. The packaging lifetime and convenience make it a go-to deli standby for many American households.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 10
Servings per Container: 2
Calories190
% Daily Value*
Total Fat15g19%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Cholesterol50mg17%
Sodium870mg38%
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

Pork,, Salt,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Dextrose,, Sugar,, Water,, Spice,, Lactic, Acid, Starter, Culture,, Garlic, Powder,, Sodium, Nitrite,, BHA,, BHT,, Citric, Acid..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • BHA - Synthetic preservative
  • BHT - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This is an ultra-processed food because it is a cured, ready-to-eat meat product containing multiple additives and preservatives (sodium nitrite, BHA, BHT, dextrose, citric acid) beyond simple culinary ingredients.

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Common Questions about Boars Head Salami, Genoa

Well, that depends on what your definition of healthy is! This salami is high in protein and low in sugar, which makes it a decent option if you're looking for a satisfying snack or a protein boost. However, it's also on the salty side with 870mg of sodium per serving, so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
weekend-brunch
road-trip

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