Black Forest Ham
What You Should Know
You'd spot this pre-sliced Black Forest ham in the refrigerated deli or specialty meats aisle, perfect for quick sandwiches, a weekend charcuterie plate, or lunchboxes. It gives a nostalgic, slightly indulgent deli vibe — smoky-sweet notes from cane and maple sugars — while added water and a listed "natural flavor" point to industrial processing that makes the texture moist and consistently tender. These ingredients and treatments are characteristic of a processed cured meat rather than a raw whole cut.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Black, Forest, Ham, (pork,, water,, cane, sugar,, sea, salt,, vinegar, [from, cane],, blend, of, sugar, and, honey, [cane, sugar,, honey],, maple, sugar,, natural, flavor)..
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Food
Why this score?
This is a cured, ready-to-eat meat with added water, sugars, salt, vinegar and a "natural flavor," indicating industrial processing and formulation typical of NOVA group 3 (processed foods) rather than a minimally processed whole meat; the high sodium and added sugars further reflect processing level.
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Common Questions about Black Forest Ham
The Black Forest Ham can definitely fit into a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a high-protein option. With just 90 calories and 18 grams of protein per 3-ounce serving, it packs a punch for muscle maintenance. However, it's also on the salty side with 760 mg of sodium, so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.