Target, CUBED HAM
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iron, Fe | 1.3 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 1,286 MG | 56% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 16.1g per 100g.
- Rich source of Sodium, Na (56% of Daily Value per 100g).
About CUBED HAM
Market Pantry Cubed Ham is a ready-to-use pre-cooked ham product from Target's Market Pantry label, sold as bite-sized pieces suitable for salads, pasta, omelets, and casseroles. The product is a cured ham, and notably the ingredient list presents the curing ingredients as if they are the primary components: water, dextrose, salt, modified corn starch, potassium lactate, sodium phosphate, sodium diacetate, sodium erythorbate, and sodium nitrite. This declaration style, while unusual, means the entry represents the injected curing solution rather than listing pork as the first ingredient — the pork itself is the unnamed base.
Nutritionally, the product delivers approximately 125 calories per 100 grams, with 16 grams of protein, 5.4 grams of carbohydrates from dextrose, and 3.6 grams of fat. No dietary fiber is present. Sodium content from the extensive curing agents will be elevated, as is typical for processed ham products.
Sodium nitrite is the primary curing agent responsible for the characteristic pink color and protection against Clostridium botulinum. Sodium erythorbate is an antioxidant that accelerates the curing reaction and maintains color stability. Potassium lactate and sodium diacetate function as antimicrobial agents that extend shelf life and inhibit Listeria monocytogenes growth, a common practice in ready-to-eat deli meat production. Modified corn starch acts as a binder to improve texture and moisture retention. The product contains no gluten-forming wheat ingredients, though the modified corn starch should be verified for cross-contact. It is not suitable for those avoiding processed meats or nitrates.
Ingredients
CURED WITH WATER, DEXTROSE, SALT, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, POTASSIUM LACTATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM DIACETATE, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE.
Dietary Information
Notable micronutrients in CUBED HAM include Sodium, Na (56% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 125 calories per 100 grams, CUBED HAM gets 51% of its calories from protein, 17% from carbohydrates, and 26% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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