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Lunch Meat Roundup

We analyzed 23 products to help you choose the healthiest & safest options.

Finding the perfect Lunch Meat shouldn't feel like a guessing game. At CakeID, we take food transparency seriously. We have analyzed over 23 products in this category, breaking down every ingredient list to uncover hidden additives, excessive sugar levels, and potential allergens.

Whether you are searching for strictly Vegan options, Gluten-Free snacks, or simply want to avoid high-processed foods, our algorithm ranks products based on a comprehensive Health Score. Below is our definitive ranking of the safest and healthiest Lunch Meat you can buy in 2026, sorted by their ingredient purity.

Editor's Quick Picks

Detailed Reviews

Calories
526
Protein
25g
Kroger

Pork Luncheon Meat

Ingredients: PORK, SALT, WATER, SUGAR, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE.

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
143
Protein
23g
Columbus

Roasted Beef

Ingredients: BEEF, WATER, SALT, POTASSIUM ACETATE, POTASSIUM LACTATE. COATED WITH FRESH GARLIC, DEXTROSE, SPICES. COLUMBUS SALUMERIA Hayward, CA 94544 lumbus Salumeria's pre-sliced 's are the same superior Calories 80 would expect from Columbus in Service Deli case. If you enjoy great quality (as we know you try our many other varieties: Nutrition Fac Serving Size 2 slices (56g) Servings Per Container 4 Amount Per Serving quality Calories from Daily Total Fat 2.5g Saturated Fat 1g Trans Fat 0g Choles erel 35 ma

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
107
Protein
21g
Smithfield

Prime fresh smoked turkey breast lunchmeat

Ingredients: turkey breast, turkey broth, cultured corn sugar, dextrose, contains 2% or less of salt, vinegar, sodium phosphates, carrageenan, rosemary extract, sodium erythorbate, sodium nitrite,

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
214
Protein
14g
Unknown

Luncheon meat

Ingredients: mechanically separated chicken, salt, sugar, sodium phosphates, spices, sodium erythorbate, sodium nitrite.

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
236
Sugar
0g
Unrest

Plant-Based Luncheon Meat

Ingredients: Water, Non-GMO Soy Protein, Palm Olein, Flavorings, Potato Starch, Onion, Methyl Cellulose, White Pepper, Wheat Gluten, Plant-derived Fiber, Sugar, Yeast Extract, Potassium Salt, and Red Yeast Rice.

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
125
Protein
18g
Lunch Mate

HAM

Ingredients: ham, water, less than 2% of: salt, dextrose, carrageenan, potassium lactate, sodium diacetate, sodium erythorbate sodium nitrite, sodium phosphate, honey

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
107
Protein
21g
Smithfield

Prime fresh oven roasted turkey breast lunchmeat

Ingredients: sn roasted key breast n facts ngredients: turkey breast, turkey broth, contains 2% or less of vinegar, salt, calories from fat 0 sugar, sodilim phosphates, yeast extract, 1% dextrose, slices (56g) ontainer 4 % daily value* 0% maltodextrin, natural flavor t 0g omg 3% 22% 0% drate 1g than 1g . i ron 2% ource of dietary fiber, um. e based on a 2,000 calorie diet. s corp. smithfield, wa 23430 41-7675 days 0342977 70800 82253

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
125
Protein
16g
Unknown

Ultra thin sliced lunchmeat lower sodium honey ham

Ingredients: Cured with water, honey, contains 2% or less: salt, dextrose, sugar, sodium phosphate, sodium propionate, sodium erythorbate, sodium nitrite.

The Good

  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
321
Protein
13g
Great Value,Walmart

Great value, luncheon meat

Ingredients: Pork, salt, water, sugar, sodium nitrite.

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
304
Protein
13g
Brookdale

Luncheon meat

Ingredients: PORK, SALT, WATER, SUGAR, SODIUM NITRITE.

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
286
Protein
14g
Wal-Mart Stores Inc.

Luncheon Meat

Ingredients: Pork, mechanically separated chicken, water, salt, sugar, sodium phosphates, potassium chloride, sodium ascorbate, sodium nitrite.

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
125
Protein
16g
Hillshire farm

Ultra Thin Honey Ham Water Added

Ingredients: Cured with water, honey, contains 2% or less: salt, dextrose, sugar, sodium phosphate, sodium propionate, sodium erythorbate, sodium nitrite.

The Good

  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
89
Protein
16g
Oscar Mayer

Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Deli Lunch Meat

Ingredients: Turkey breast, water, modified cornstarch, contains less than 2% of sodium lactate, salt, sugar, sodium phosphates, carrageenan, natural flavor, sodium diacetate, potassium chloride, sodium ascorbate, sodium nitrite, caramel color.

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
316
Protein
12g
Unknown

Luncheon Meat

Ingredients: pork, water, salt, sugar, sodium phosphate, flavorings, sodium ascorbate, sodium nitrite,

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
107
Protein
18g
Market side

Ivan roasted turkey breast

Ingredients: turkey breast, water, vinegar, sea salt, dextrose, potato starch, carrageenan, salt, cherry powder, cane sugar, natural flavoring (including celery powder), apple juice concentrate, natural flavors

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
125
Protein
21g
Wellshire

Oven Roasted Turkey Breast

Ingredients: TURKEY BREAST, WATER, LESS THAN 2% OF POTATO STARCH, SEA SALT, VINEGAR POWDER, NATURAL FLAVOR.

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
196
Protein
16g
Great Value

Lite Luncheon Meat

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The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
0
Sugar
0g
EVE

Lite Luncheon Meat

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The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
88
Protein
18g
Dietz And Watson

Turkey Honey Mesquite Lunch Meat

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The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
123
Protein
25g
Boar’s Head

Honey Maple Turkey Lunch Meat

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The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
145
Sugar
4g
Haidilao

Tomato Flavor Hot Pot With Plant-based Luncheon Meat

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The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
224
Protein
13g
Happy Home

Vegetarian Luncheon Meat

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The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
125
Protein
20g
Prima Della

Honey Turkey Lunch Meat

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The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are products in the Lunch Meat category always vegan?+
Not necessarily. We analyzed over 23 products in the Lunch Meat category on CakeID. While some are plant-based, many contain hidden animal ingredients like milk powder, whey, or gelatin. Always check the "Is Vegan" status on our product pages.
How does CakeID rank the best Lunch Meat?+
We rank Lunch Meat based on their nutritional value, ingredient cleanliness (fewer additives), and vegan compatibility. Products with lower sugar and simpler ingredients rank higher.
Can I find low-calorie Lunch Meat here?+
Yes! Our list highlights the nutritional details of each product. Look for the "Calories" badge on the product cards above to find low-calorie options.