The Truth About Subway's Black Forest Ham Sandwich

Subway isn't considered to be one of the biggest fast food brands in the world for nothing. As per the Subway website, the brand has over 40,000 outlets around the world and plans to expand even further in a bid to reach out to more customers. As a description on the website reads, "We've become the leading choice for people seeking quick, nutritious meal options that the whole family can enjoy." A family-friend eatery that offers a plethora of options to its customers across all age groups? Sounds like a sweet deal, really.

According to The Daily Meal, one of the things that really helped Subway succeed in the market is the fact that it opened itself up to franchises. It now has thousands of franchise owners in the world. Phew. What helps, of course, is that Subway has many delicious sandwiches to choose from. As per Timeout, some of the best subs you can opt for include Turkey Breast, the Italian B.M.T., Buffalo Chicken, the Spicy Italian, and the Black Forest Ham sandwich. 

As per Timeout, the Black Forest Ham sandwich comes with tasty ingredients such as ham, lettuce, spinach, tomato, cucumber, red onion, and more. The Black Forest Ham sandwich is a solid pick in terms of flavors, too. If you order this sandwich at Subway, you can also include delicious add-ons such as provolone cheese and sauce. How awesome is that?

According to the brand's website, Subway's Black Forest Ham sandwich comes equipped with fresh vegetables and has 18 grams of protein coupled with just 4 grams of fat in one serving. You're looking at a total of 219 calories and 42 grams of carbohydrates per six-inch sandwich. Overall, not a bad pick in terms of nutritional value, huh? As per Thrillist, this sandwich is a healthier option than most other sandwiches at Subway, too. A good tip: you should consider adding toppings like Chipotle Southwest sauce and Creamy Sriracha to make your sandwich extra delicious. Yum!