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Boar's Head Bologna
Deli
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Boar's Head Bologna

Unknown
lb
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
19
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Boar's Head Bologna presents as a classic American lunchmeat reimagined by a premium deli brand: a smooth, finely emulsified loaf made from hand-trimmed pork and beef blended with savory spices. In grocery stores you’ll find it in the refrigerated deli section or packed on chilled shelves near other cold cuts (turkey, ham, salami) and sliced cheeses, often alongside Boar’s Head branded products and higher-end sandwich fixings. Shoppers reach for it on quick weekly trips for school lunches, picnic or road-trip shopping, or when assembling simple comfort sandwiches for brunch. Brand positioning leans on tradition and quality — “hand-trimmed cuts” and “traditional recipe” language gives it an old-fashioned, slightly artisanal halo aimed at families and older shoppers who want convenience without seeming “cheap.” Package formats range from vacuum-sealed pre-sliced packs to bulk deli-counter logs wrapped in plastic; slices are uniform, slightly springy, with a mild salty, savory profile and a touch of paprika warmth. Labeling often highlights craft and flavor rather than health credentials; you may see claims about quality or tradition but no organic certification or strong “natural” guarantees on this ingredient list. In plain terms this is a processed, cured lunch meat: emulsified, seasoned, and preserved with modern curing agents like nitrites and phosphates. Typical uses include quick sandwiches, fried bologna sandwiches, kid-friendly lunchboxes, or sliced on charcuterie boards when a familiar, nostalgic element is desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 1
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein0g
* 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,, Water,, Beef,, Salt,, Less, Than, 1.5%, of, Dextrose,, Sugar,, Sodium, Phosphate,, Paprika,, Sodium, Erythorbate,, Flavorings,, Sodium, Nitrite..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Nitrite - 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 product contains industrial formulations and additives (sodium nitrite, sodium erythorbate, sodium phosphate, added sugars) and is an emulsified, cured meat typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Boar's Head Bologna

The healthiness of Boar's Head Bologna really depends on your personal dietary needs and lifestyle. It has a decent amount of protein but is also higher in added sugars and sodium than some other deli meats. If you’re looking for a quick and tasty sandwich option, it can fit into a balanced diet, just keep an eye on portion sizes!

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
game-day-prep

Vibe:

nostalgicconvenientcomforting
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