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Bacon
Bacon by Smithfield provides 313 kcal per 100 g and 17.1 g of protein. It is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Bacon category and comes in a 1 pound pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 grilled link (82 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 313 kcal | 257 kcal | 309 | |
| Total fat | 25.6 g | 21 g | 27% | 24.5 |
| Saturated fat | 9.8 g | 8 g | 40% | 9.3 +5% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.7 g | 3 g | 1% | 1.3 +189% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.3 −100% |
| Protein | 17.1 g | 14 g | 28% | 20.7 −17% |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 1.4 g | 2.9 −42% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 773 Bacon products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other bacon
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Cured with: water, salt, sugar, sodium phosphates, sodium erythorbate, sodium nitrite
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 1 pound
- Serving size
- 1 grilled link (82 g)
- Labels & certifications
- No glutenNo artificial flavorsMade in USA
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0070800041183
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Bacon?
Bacon contains 313 kcal per 100 g and about 257 kcal per serving (1 grilled link (82 g)).
Is Bacon healthy?
It is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 5, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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