How we scored it
This product is heavily processed with additives like sodium phosphate, sodium erythorbate, and sodium nitrite, which are common in processed meats. The presence of sugar and smoke flavoring further contributes to its lower score.
Nutrition facts
| Per 3 half strips (14 g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 70 | |
| Total fat | 5g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.5g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 250mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugars | 1g | |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
Arby's's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8SugarBad
Sugar is added for flavor but can contribute to excessive calorie intake and is generally considered less healthy in processed meats.
See more about Sugar →PorkGood
Pork is a good source of high-quality protein and essential nutrients, making it a beneficial ingredient in this product.
See more about Pork →SaltNeutral
Salt enhances flavor and is necessary in small amounts for proper seasoning, contributing positively to taste.
See more about Salt →WaterNeutral
Water is a neutral ingredient that helps in processing and maintaining moisture without adding nutritional value or risk.
See more about Water →Smoke FlavoringNeutral
Smoke flavoring is used to impart smoky taste but does not significantly impact health positively or negatively.
See more about Smoke Flavoring →Sodium PhosphateNeutral
Sodium phosphate is used as a processing aid to retain moisture and improve texture, with no strong positive or negative connotations.
See more about Sodium Phosphate →Sodium ErythorbateNeutral
Sodium erythorbate acts as an antioxidant to preserve color and freshness, generally considered safe in small amounts.
Sodium NitriteNeutral
Sodium nitrite is used for curing and preventing bacterial growth, with safety dependent on consumption levels but widely accepted in processed meats.
See more about Sodium Nitrite →Scout's score is an independent read of Arby's's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored September 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Arby's menu.