Jimmy John’s Spicy East Coast Italian Sub (8″)
A Spicy East Coast Italian sandwich, #7 on Jimmy John’s Favorites menu, is made with salami, capocollo, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion. It’s topped with Jimmy Peppers®, a sprinkling of oil & vinegar, and mayonnaise.
One regular-sized East Coast Italian sub served on French bread has 1,020 calories, 54 grams fat, 77 grams carbohydrates, and 50 grams protein.
This is your complete overview of the nutrition facts, including calories, in a Jimmy John’s spicy Italian sandwich. Don’t miss the section below on Saturated Fat.
Spicy East Coast Italian Sub Nutrition Facts
This sandwich is available in two sizes – the regular 8″ and the giant 16″ when served on a French roll. It’s also offered on sliced wheat or a selection of wraps, including a lettuce wrap.
Nutritional information in this guide is based on a regular 8″ on French Bread, unless otherwise noted.
Calories
1020% Daily Value
saturated fat
90%HIGH
sodium
150%VERY HIgh
TOTAL sugars
5gLOW
%DV based on 2,000 calorie daily diet
Calories
The 8″ sandwich on French Bread has 1.020 total calories. Most of the calories are derived from dietary fats, including saturated fat.
Here is a summary of the estimated number of calories in one sub from fat, carbs, and protein:
- 500 calories from fat
- 310 calories from total carbs
- 210 calories from protein
Approximately half of the total calories are derived from dietary fat. Carbohydrates contribute about 30% of the total calories and the remaining 21% is from protein.
Summary of calories by nutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Jimmy John’s.
ESTIMATED FITNESS TIME TO BURN 1,020 CALORIES
Calories Vary Based on Sub Size and Bread
The Giant serving, a 16″ sub on French bread, is twice the size of a regular 8″ sandwich. Accordingly, the Giant has 2,050 calories, twice that of the smaller option.
Calories and nutritional values also vary based on selected type of bread or wrap.
Here is a quick summary of total calories based on various options available on Jimmy John’s menu:
Total Fat
The regular 8″ on french bread has 54 grams of total fat, including 18 grams saturated fat. That is significantly high. The amount of saturated fat has an 90% daily value.
SUMMARY OF DIETARY FAT PER SERVING
Saturated Fat
General guidance from the FDA recommends limiting calories from saturated fat to no more than 10% of total calories.
With that in mind, take note that the smaller sub has approximately 170 calories from saturated fat. That’s about 17% of the total 1,020 calories in the deli meat sub.
Dietary Cholesterol and Sodium
The regular 8″ Italian sandwich contains 160 milligrams cholesterol, which is over half the recommended limit for an entire day.
In addition, a regular Spicy East Coast Italian sandwich exceeds the FDA-recommended limit of sodium. One serving of the italian meat sandwich contains 3,440mg of sodium.
Jimmy John’s Sandwiches with Less Sodium
If you prefer a sub with less sodium, check out the Big John or the Slim 6.
The following table provides a summary of the nutritional information in one Jimmy John’s Spicy East Coast Italian Sub.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 8″ Sub
Amount per serving
|
Calories |
1020 |
% Daily Value
|
Total Fat |
54g |
69% |
|
Saturated Fat |
18g |
90% |
|
Trans Fat |
0g | |
|
Cholesterol |
160mg |
53% |
|
Sodium |
3440mg |
150% |
|
Carbohydrates |
77g |
28% |
|
Dietary Fiber |
7g |
25% |
|
Total Sugars |
5g | |
|
Protein |
50g |
%DV based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Calorie needs vary and your %DV may be higher or lower. Provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician for dietary or healthcare advice.
Lower Carb Option
If you’re minding the Carbs in your diet, consider the Jimmy John’s Unwich®, which includes all the same fixings wrapped in lettuce.
Total calories drop to 620 when you order the Spicy East Coast Italian as an Unwich.
Allergens
This sandwich is made with ingredients that contain gluten, milk, soy, and wheat. It may contain, or be produced in a facility that processes foods with, tree nuts and/or peanuts.
Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
Nutrition facts and allergens source: Jimmy John’s