How to order it
Baguette·Black Forest Ham·Pastrami·Swiss·Pickle Spear
How we scored it
The Cuban Sandwich contains multiple processed ingredients, including enriched flour, soybean oil, and several preservatives, which contribute to a high level of processing. The presence of these ingredients, along with high sodium content, significantly impacts its healthiness.
This dish is scored from the chain's published statements for each of its components.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 sandwich (127g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 810 | |
| Total fat | 44g | 56% |
| Saturated fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 2000mg | 87% |
| Total carbohydrate | 51g | 19% |
| Dietary fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Sugars | 3g | |
| Protein | 47g | 94% |
McAlister's Deli's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Soybean OilVery Bad
Highly processed oil that is high in omega-6 fatty acids, which may promote inflammation when consumed excessively.
See more about Soybean Oil →Unbleached Enriched FlourBad
Enriched flour is highly processed and stripped of natural nutrients, which can reduce its nutritional value.
See more about Unbleached Enriched Flour →Wheat FlourBad
Refined wheat flour offers limited fiber and nutrients, contributing to less healthy carbohydrate sources.
See more about Wheat Flour →SugarBad
Added sugar can contribute to excess calorie intake and affect blood sugar levels.
See more about Sugar →Calcium PropionateBad
A preservative used to prevent mold, but some consumers prefer to avoid synthetic additives.
See more about Calcium Propionate →Black Forest HamBad
Processed meat that may contain preservatives and high sodium content.
PorkBad
Meat that can contain saturated fats and potential additives, depending on processing.
See more about Pork →Sodium PhosphateBad
Used as a preservative and moisture retainer, but may be linked to health concerns with high intake.
See more about Sodium Phosphate →More mains at McAlister's Deli
Scout's score is an independent read of McAlister's Deli'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 McAlister's Deli menu.