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Nutrition comparison
Side Salad vs American Cheese
Compare calories, protein, carbs, fat, sodium, and fiber for these Jack in the Box menu items.
Quick answer
American Cheese is lowest in calories, while Side Salad gives the most protein.
Add all to calculatorLowest calories
American Cheese
40 kcal
Highest protein
Side Salad
3 g protein
Lowest carbs
American Cheese
0 g carbs
Lowest sodium
Side Salad
90 mg sodium
Side-by-side nutrition facts
Values are per listed serving and may vary by location or preparation.
| Menu item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Side SaladSnacks & Sides | 50 kcal | 3 g | 3 g | 3.5 g | 1 g | 90 mg |
| American CheeseCheeses | 40 kcal | 2 g | 0 g | 3.5 g | 0 g | 200 mg |
Which should you choose?
Choose American Cheese if your priority is keeping calories lower. It has 40 calories per serving.
Choose Side Salad if you want the most protein. It has 3g protein per serving.
If sodium matters, Side Salad is the lighter sodium pick at 90mg.
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