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Birchwood unsmoked back bacon
Birchwood unsmoked back bacon by Lidl provides 301 kcal per 100 g, with 0.2 g of sugars and 23.6 g of protein. That is 72% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Bacon category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 portion (grilled) (42 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 301 kcal | 126 kcal | 309 | |
| Total fat | 22.7 g | 9.5 g | 12% | 24.5 −7% |
| Saturated fat | 9.1 g | 3.8 g | 19% | 9.3 |
| Carbohydrates | 0.2 g | 0.1 g | 0% | 1.3 −84% |
| Total sugars | 0.2 g | 0.1 g | 0.7 −72% | |
| Added sugars | 3.6 g | 1.5 g | 3% | 1 +254% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.3 −100% |
| Protein | 23.6 g | 9.9 g | 20% | 20.7 +14% |
| Salt | 3.8 g | 1.6 g | 2.9 +31% |
*% 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
87% Pork, Water, Salt, Treacle, Honey, Maple Syrup, Sugar, Stabiliser: Triphosphates; Maple Flavouring, Antioxidant: Sodium Ascorbate; Preservatives: Sodium Nitrite, Potassium Nitrate.
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 portion (grilled) (42 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 4056489174714
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Birchwood unsmoked back bacon?
Birchwood unsmoked back bacon contains 301 kcal per 100 g and about 126 kcal per serving (1 portion (grilled) (42 g)).
How much sugar is in Birchwood unsmoked back bacon?
Birchwood unsmoked back bacon has 0.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Birchwood unsmoked back bacon healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Birchwood unsmoked back bacon vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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