Cuban Sandwich (12-inch)
How to order it
Baguette·Black Forest Ham·Corned Beef·Swiss·Pickle Spear·Yellow Mustard·Diced Red Onions·Sliced Pickles·Sauerkraut
How we scored it
The sandwich contains multiple processed ingredients, including enriched flour, soybean oil, and several preservatives, which contribute to a high level of processing. The presence of artificial additives and high sodium content further impacts its healthiness negatively.
This dish is scored from the chain's published statements for each of its components.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 sandwich (254g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1630 | |
| Total fat | 88g | 113% |
| Saturated fat | 25g | 125% |
| Trans fat | 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol | 290mg | 97% |
| Sodium | 3990mg | 173% |
| Total carbohydrate | 103g | 37% |
| Dietary fiber | 4g | 14% |
| Sugars | 6g | |
| Protein | 94g | 188% |
McAlister's Deli's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Soybean OilVery Bad
A highly processed oil that is high in omega-6 fatty acids, which may promote inflammation if consumed excessively.
See more about Soybean Oil →Unbleached Enriched FlourBad
This flour is enriched with synthetic vitamins but is highly processed and may contain additives that some consumers prefer to avoid.
See more about Unbleached Enriched Flour →Wheat FlourBad
Refined wheat flour is processed and lacks fiber, which can impact nutritional quality.
See more about Wheat Flour →SugarBad
Added sugar can contribute to excess calorie intake and impact blood sugar levels.
See more about Sugar →Calcium PropionateBad
A preservative used to prevent mold growth, which some consumers prefer to avoid due to potential sensitivities.
See more about Calcium Propionate →Black Forest HamBad
Processed meat that may contain preservatives and additives, which some consumers limit.
PorkBad
A meat product that may contain added preservatives and is high in saturated fat.
See more about Pork →Sodium PhosphateBad
Used as a preservative and stabilizer, but some prefer to limit phosphate additives.
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.