Calories
235 kcal
12% of Daily kcal · energy-dense
Protein
30 g
60% RDI
Fat
13 g
4.5g sat fat
Carbs
1.5 g
1% RDI
Sugar
1 g
2% RDI
Fiber
0 g
0% RDI
Salt
4 g
80% RDI
Paio Sausage
Paio Sausage is a traditional Portuguese cured and smoked sausage commonly used in stews, soups and as a flavorful cooked meat in Iberian cuisine. It is a concentrated source of animal protein, providing about 30g of protein per 100g, and is prized for its robust, spiced flavor. Nutritionally, Paio delivers high-quality protein and provides B vitamins and minerals such as selenium, but because it is a processed, cured sausage it tends to be relatively high in sodium and saturated fat compared with fresh lean meats. From a health perspective it’s useful when you need flavor and protein in a dish, but swapping to lean poultry sausages or a lean pork sausage can lower saturated fat and sodium while keeping a similar culinary function.
Lactose free · Gluten free · Ultra-processed · ~2.80€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
C-
Fair
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Nutrition
Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Paio (Portuguese Sausage).
Nutrition quality
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
C- · 5.2 / 10
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Frequently asked
Q.01Is Paio Sausage healthy?
Paio Sausage is rated moderate (Health Grade C-) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.
Q.03What NOVA processing level is Paio Sausage?
Paio Sausage is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.
Q.05Is Paio Sausage lactose free?
Yes, Paio Sausage is lactose free.
Q.02What are the macros in Paio Sausage?
100g of Paio Sausage contains 235 kcal, 30g protein, 1.5g carbohydrates, 12.5g fat, and 0g fiber.
Q.04Is Paio Sausage gluten free?
Yes, Paio Sausage is gluten free.
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