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Hot italian sausage
Hot italian sausage by Kroger provides 308 kcal per 100 g, with 2.6 g of sugars and 17.9 g of protein. That is 110% more 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 Sausages category and comes in a 18 oz pack. Contains: pork.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 grilled link (78 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 308 kcal | 240 kcal | 276 +11% | |
| Total fat | 23.1 g | 18 g | 23% | 22.4 |
| Saturated fat | 7.7 g | 6 g | 30% | 8.4 −8% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.4 g | 5 g | 2% | 2.9 +118% |
| Total sugars | 2.6 g | 2 g | 1.2 +110% | |
| Dietary fiber | 1.3 g | 1 g | 4% | 0.3 +279% |
| Protein | 17.9 g | 14 g | 28% | 15.8 +13% |
| Salt | 2.4 g | 1.9 g | 2.2 +10% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 6763 Sausages products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from July 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other sausages
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Pork, water, corn syrup, contains 2% or less of: sodium lactate, salt, potassium chloride, dextrose, spices, natural flavors (contains maltodextrin), oleoresin of paprika, oleoresin capsicum, sugar, corn oil (processing aid), calcium stearate (anti-caking), silicon dioxide (anti-caking).
- Allergens
- Pork
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 18 oz
- Serving size
- 1 grilled link (78 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0011110972637
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Hot italian sausage?
Hot italian sausage contains 308 kcal per 100 g and about 240 kcal per serving (1 grilled link (78 g)).
How much sugar is in Hot italian sausage?
Hot italian sausage has 2.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Hot italian sausage 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 Hot italian sausage vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Hot italian sausage contain?
According to the label data it contains: Pork. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated June 22, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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