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Boar's Head Ovengold Turkey
Deli
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Boar's Head Ovengold Turkey

Unknown
lb
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
35
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Boar's Head Ovengold Turkey Breast is a familiar sight in the refrigerated deli aisle, displayed in clear plastic trays or vacuum-sealed packs near other premium sliced meats, artisan cheeses, and sandwich fixings. Many stores also stock it by the deli counter where staff will slice fresh, sitting alongside roast beef, ham, and salamis. It fits everyday occasions — school and work lunches, easy weeknight sandwiches, meal-prep Sundays, and on-the-go picnics or road trips — offering a quick, crowd-pleasing protein. The product is positioned as an upscale, homestyle option: branding and copy lean into slow-roasted, family-recipe imagery that appeals to shoppers seeking a tastier alternative to basic store-brand lunchmeat. Packaging and labels often carry subtle health halos like "slow roasted," "homestyle," and "natural flavors," and highlight honey and paprika on the ingredient list, though there is no organic certification displayed. In plain terms, this is a commercially processed deli meat — cooked, seasoned, coated, and packaged for shelf-stable refrigerated sale — with added salts, sweeteners, and phosphates used to retain moisture and flavor. Sensory notes: thin, tender slices with a moist, slightly sweet glaze and warm paprika color; the texture is soft and pliable for folding into sandwiches, wraps, or on a charcuterie board. Ritual use is simple and habitual — pulled from the pack to build an afternoon sandwich, layered in a child's lunchbox, or laid out for casual entertaining. It bridges convenience and comfort, promising familiar sandwich flavor with the ease of pre-sliced deli meat.

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:, Turkey, Breast,, Water,, contains, less, than, one, and, one, half, percent, of, Salt,, Sugar,, Sodium, Phosphate, and, Dextrose., Coated, With:, Dextrose,, Cane, Sugar,, Paprika,, Spices,, Onion,, Honey,, Natural, Flavors,, Extractives, of, Paprika, and, Turmeric..

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?

Contains added phosphates, dextrose, sugars, natural flavors, and industrial coatings; it is commercially cooked, seasoned, and packaged, fitting the ultra-processed category.

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Common Questions about Boar's Head Ovengold Turkey

Well, ‘healthy’ can be a bit subjective, right? Ovengold Turkey is a processed deli meat, which means it has some added sugars and sodium phosphate. It can be a great protein option if you’re looking for something quick and tasty, but it’s always good to balance it with whole foods like veggies or whole grains.

Perfect For

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meal-prep-sunday
road-trip

Vibe:

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