Food guide

Pepperoni

A cured, spiced sausage used in thin slices; sodium and saturated fat are high for the weight.

Meat & Poultry

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of pepperoni for fair comparison. Typical serving: 15 g — 76 kcal per 15 g serving.

Nutrition information for Pepperoni
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (15 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	507 kcal	76 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	19.3 g	2.9 g	3.8 g
Carbohydrate	1.3 g	0.2 g	0.3 g
Fat	46 g	6.9 g	9.1 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g	0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of pepperoni, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Pepperoni
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (15 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin C	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	1.3 µg	0.2 µg	7%
Vitamin E	1 mg	0.15 mg	7%
Vitamin K	5.8 µg	0.87 µg	5%
Thiamin	0.27 mg	0.041 mg	23%
Riboflavin	0.26 mg	0.039 mg	20%
Niacin	5 mg	0.75 mg	31%
Vitamin B6	0.36 mg	0.054 mg	21%
Folate	5 µg	0.75 µg	1%
Vitamin B12	1.3 µg	0.2 µg	54%
Pantothenic acid	0.93 mg	0.14 mg	19%
Choline	51.2 mg	7.7 mg	9%
Minerals
Calcium	19 mg	2.9 mg	1%
Iron	1.3 mg	0.2 mg	7%
Magnesium	18 mg	2.7 mg	4%
Phosphorus	158 mg	23.7 mg	13%
Potassium	274 mg	41.1 mg	6%
Sodium	1582 mg	237 mg	69%
Zinc	2.4 mg	0.36 mg	22%
Selenium	29 µg	4.4 µg	53%
Copper	0.091 mg	0.014 mg	10%
Manganese	1.1 mg	0.17 mg	48%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat pepperoni?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
A cured, spiced sausage used in thin slices; sodium and saturated fat are high for the weight.

How to include it

Cook to a safe temperature and serve with vegetables or a whole grain.
Typical pairing ideas: Pizza, Cheese, Olives.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.