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Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Turkey Breast, Smoked
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Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Turkey Breast, Smoked

Oscar Mayer
9 oz
Available at Foodtown
50
Calories
9g
Protein
1g
Sugars
500mg
Sodium
23
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Turkey Breast, Smoked is a familiar refrigerated lunch-meat staple found in the deli/meat aisle of American supermarkets, typically stacked next to other sliced hams, turkey varieties, packaged roast beef and nearby blocks of cheese and sandwich breads. Packaged in a thin, clear plastic tray with a peel-back lid or resealable film, the slices present a moist, slightly glossy surface, thinly sliced for easy stacking. The product leans into quick sandwich rituals—layered on white bread with mayo for school lunches, folded into wraps for workday lunches, or arranged with crackers and cheese for casual entertaining. The smoked flavor is mild and approachable rather than gourmet-smoky, with a tender, slightly springy texture from added stabilizers and phosphates that keeps slices from falling apart. Oscar Mayer’s brand positioning is mainstream and family-oriented: nostalgic, trust-based marketing that pitches convenience, affordability and familiarity to busy parents and budget-conscious shoppers. Label cues include “98% fat-free,” “no artificial preservatives,” “no added hormones,” and “no added nitrates or nitrites,” which create a light health halo even though the product is processed; there is no organic certification or specialty “natural” verification. In plain processing context, this is a fully cooked, commercially formulated deli meat containing functional additives (starches, emulsifiers, phosphates) used to maintain texture and shelf stability. It’s most often used in everyday meals—school lunches, quick dinners, picnics and deli-style snacks—where ease, consistency and recognizable flavor trump culinary adventure.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0 oz
Servings per Container: 4.5
Calories50
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium500mg22%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Total Sugars1g
Protein9g
* 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

TURKEY, BREAST,, WATER,, MODIFIED, CORNSTARCH,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, VINEGAR,, SALT,, CULTURED, DEXTROSE*,, SUGAR,, SODIUM, PHOSPHATES,, CARRAGEENAN., *INGREDIENTS, USED, TO, SUPPORT, QUALITY..

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 ready-to-eat deli meat contains industrial additives (modified cornstarch, carrageenan, sodium phosphates, cultured dextrose) and is a manufactured formulation rather than a simple minimally processed food, consistent with an ultra-processed (NOVA 4) classification.

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Common Questions about Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Turkey Breast, Smoked

The smoked turkey breast is relatively low in calories, with only 50 per 2-ounce serving, and packs a solid punch of protein at 9 grams. It’s a great source of lean protein for those looking to add some muscle-friendly options to their meals. However, it does have a bit of sodium at 500 mg, so if you’re watching your salt intake, just keep that in mind.

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