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Columbus Proscuitto
Deli
📊 NOVA 3🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Columbus Proscuitto

COLUMBUS
3 oz
Available at Foodtown
50
Calories
8g
Protein
390mg
Sodium
3
Ingredients

What You Should Know

COLUMBUS Sliced Prosciutto arrives in the refrigerated deli aisle or specialty meats section, often displayed near other cured meats, artisan salamis, and an array of specialty cheeses and charcuterie accoutrements. In American grocery culture it reads as a small luxury item—picked up for entertaining, weekend brunch spreads, or to dress up a simple sandwich. Shoppers might grab this 3 oz package for a picnic, a last-minute appetizer, or to wrap around melon or asparagus before a dinner party. The Columbus brand positions itself toward food-aware adults who appreciate European-style charcuterie; marketing leans into heritage and craft rather than mass-market kid-friendly cues. The label is typically restrained and premium-looking, with clear branding and a short ingredients line: pork and salt. There are no playful mascots or bright, sugary health halos; instead the packaging communicates artisanal simplicity—though it is not certified organic unless explicitly marked. Processing context: this is a cured, thinly sliced pork product preserved by salting and aging, a traditional form of meat preservation rather than a heavily formulated snack. Sensory details emphasize very thin, silky slices that unfold with a melt-in-the-mouth, slightly fatty texture and a pronounced salty-umami flavor; aroma is savory and cured. Packaging is usually vacuum-sealed clear plastic or a small tray, making the ritual simple: open, arrange on a board or plate, pair with cheese, bread, fruit, or wine. It’s an ingredient people reach for when they want an effortless touch of sophistication.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 oz
Servings per Container: 3
Calories50
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3g4%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium390mg17%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein8g
* 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

Ingredients:, Pork,, Salt..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a cured meat with a short ingredient list (pork, salt) and is preserved by traditional salting/aging, placing it in NOVA group 3 (processed foods) rather than ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Columbus Proscuitto

That depends on what you’re looking for! Columbus prosciutto is high in protein and low in sugar, which makes it a great option for anyone on a low-carb or keto diet. However, it’s also relatively high in sodium, so if you're watching your salt intake, keep that in mind.

Perfect For

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game-day-prep
road-trip

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