How to order it
Black Forest Ham·Oven Roasted Turkey·Applewood Smoked Bacon·Egg·Cheddar·Swiss·Salad Mix·Sliced Cucumbers·Sliced Tomatoes·Sliced Red Onions
How we scored it
The salad contains a mix of fresh vegetables, which are minimally processed and beneficial. However, the presence of processed meats with additives like sodium nitrite and carrageenan, along with high sodium content, significantly impacts the healthiness of the product.
This dish is scored from the chain's published statements for each of its components.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 salad (112g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 480 | |
| Total fat | 26g | 33% |
| Saturated fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans fat | 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol | 110mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 1830mg | 80% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21g | 8% |
| Dietary fiber | 3g | 11% |
| Sugars | 8g | |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
McAlister's Deli's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Black Forest HamBad
Processed meats like Black Forest Ham often contain preservatives and additives that may be linked to health concerns.
PorkBad
Pork is a red meat that can be high in saturated fats and may contain additives depending on processing.
See more about Pork →SugarBad
Added sugars can contribute to excess calorie intake and may impact health negatively.
See more about Sugar →Sodium PhosphateBad
Sodium phosphates are additives used as preservatives or stabilizers, which some consumers prefer to avoid.
See more about Sodium Phosphate →Sodium LactateBad
Sodium lactate is used as a preservative and flavor enhancer, but some prefer to limit intake of such additives.
See more about Sodium Lactate →Sodium DiacetateBad
Sodium diacetate is an additive used for preservation and flavor, which may be undesirable for some consumers.
See more about Sodium Diacetate →Sodium ErythorbateBad
Sodium erythorbate is an antioxidant additive that some consumers avoid due to its processing origin.
Sodium NitriteBad
Sodium nitrite is used for curing meats and can form potentially harmful compounds if consumed in excess.
See more about Sodium Nitrite →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.