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Spicy Zinger Sandwich

The KFC Spicy Zinger Sandwich has 480 calories, with 33g protein, 37g carbs, 5g sugar, and 1360mg sodium.

Great sat fat & protein. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber.

480
Calories
33g
Protein
37g
Carbs
1360mg
Sodium
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Portion check

How much is this, really?

Almost a full meal
Pretty filling — maybe add a small side if you're extra hungry
15

1 × 480 cal = 480 cal

Here's what this means for your daily nutrition

59%
Sodium1360mg
15%
Sat Fat3g
10%
Sugar5g

This leans salty. Balance it out with low-sodium choices today.

By the numbers

Nutrition & Nom Score

Nutrition Facts
Calories
480

% Daily Value*

Total Fat
23g29%
Saturated Fat
3g15%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
90mg30%
Sodium
1360mg59%
Total Carbohydrates
37g13%
Dietary Fiber
2g7%
Total Sugars
5g
Protein
33g66%

* 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.

Nom Score BreakdownB
Nutrients to watch
Sodium
283.3 mg/100cal
← Best
poorTarget: <= 100
Sat Fat
0.6 g/100cal
← Best
excellentTarget: <= 1
Sugar
1.0 g/100cal
← Best
goodTarget: <= 1
Portion size
Portion
480 cal
← Best
goodTarget: <= 400 cal
Good stuff
Fiber
0.4 g/100cal
Best →
poorTarget: >= 1.4
Protein
6.9 g/100cal
Best →
excellentTarget: >= 6
Nom Score measures nutrition per calorie. Weights: Sodium (30%), Sat Fat (20%), Sugar (25%), Portion (10%), Fiber (10%), Protein (5%).

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Frequently asked questions

Is the KFC Spicy Zinger Sandwich healthy?

The KFC Spicy Zinger Sandwich earns a Nom Score of B (67/100). Great sat fat & protein. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber.

How many calories are in the KFC Spicy Zinger Sandwich?

The KFC Spicy Zinger Sandwich has 480 calories, with 33g protein, 37g carbs, 5g sugar, and 1360mg sodium.

What is the Nom Score of the KFC Spicy Zinger Sandwich?

It scores B — good. The Nom Score grades every item A–F on nutritional quality per calorie (sodium, sugar, saturated fat, fiber, protein, and portion size).

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