Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad Sandwich
How to order it
Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad·Country Rustic Sourdough·Tomatoes·Green and Red Leaf Lettuce Blend·Sea Salt and Black Pepper Blend
How we scored it
The sandwich contains beneficial ingredients like chicken breast and walnuts, but is heavily penalized due to the presence of canola oil, sunflower oil, and enriched flour, which are associated with high processing levels. The use of mayonnaise and added sugars further impacts the score negatively.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 whole sandwich | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 690 | |
| Total fat | 33g | 42% |
| Saturated fat | 3.5g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 970mg | 42% |
| Total carbohydrate | 68g | 25% |
| Dietary fiber | 5g | 18% |
| Sugars | 12g | |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
Panera Bread's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Canola OilVery Bad
Canola oil is highly processed and may contain trans fats or unhealthy omega-6 fatty acids, which are linked to inflammation.
See more about Canola Oil →Sunflower OilVery Bad
Sunflower oil is highly processed and may contain unhealthy fats, which can promote inflammation.
See more about Sunflower Oil →MayonnaiseBad
Mayonnaise often contains added fats and preservatives, which can be less healthy if consumed in excess.
SugarBad
Sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to excess calorie intake and health issues if consumed in large amounts.
See more about Sugar →Enriched FlourBad
Enriched flour is refined and processed, with added vitamins but lacking whole grain benefits.
See more about Enriched Flour →Wheat FlourBad
Wheat flour is refined and may lack fiber and nutrients found in whole wheat.
See more about Wheat Flour →Fermented Whole Wheat FlourBad
Fermentation of whole wheat flour can introduce processed elements, reducing its natural benefits.
Fermented Enriched FlourBad
Fermentation of enriched flour may diminish some of its natural qualities and nutrients.
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