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Cajun-Style Sausage

Cajun-Style Sausage is a spicy, Cajun-seasoned sausage inspired by Louisiana cooking, often used in jambalaya, pasta dishes, gumbo-style recipes, and hearty breakfast plates. It’s known for its smoky heat and bold, savory flavor. Nutritionally, Cajun-Style Sausage is a concentrated source of protein, with 15g per 100g, but it is also energy-dense. It provides some selenium and thiamine, which are useful for metabolism and normal cell function. Its health profile is mixed: the protein content is a plus, but it is typically a processed meat and can be high in saturated fat and salt, so it’s best enjoyed occasionally rather than as an everyday staple.

Lactose free · Ultra-processed · ~1.50€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

D

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Nutrition

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Calories

320 kcal

16% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

15 g

30% RDI

Fat

28 g

10g sat fat

Carbs

2 g

1% RDI

Sugar

0.5 g

1% RDI

Fiber

0.2 g

1% RDI

Salt

2.1 g

42% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

D · 4.3 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Cajun-Style Sausage healthy?

Cajun-Style Sausage is rated D on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Cajun-Style Sausage?

Cajun-Style Sausage is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Q.02What are the macros in Cajun-Style Sausage?

100g of Cajun-Style Sausage contains 320 kcal, 15g protein, 2g carbohydrates, 28g fat, and 0.2g fiber.

Q.04Is Cajun-Style Sausage lactose free?

Yes, Cajun-Style Sausage is lactose free.

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