Italian Sausage Calories and Nutrition Facts
Italian Sausage has 322 calories per 100 g, with 18.2 g protein, 2.2 g carbs and 26.2 g fat. Official USDA analytical record: Sausage, Italian, pork, mild, cooked, pan-fried (FDC ID: 746780).
One standard serving of italian sausage (1 link, medium (87 g)) contains 279 calories, 15.8g protein, 1.9g total carbs (1.9g net carbs), and 22.7g fat. Per 100 grams, it supplies 322 calories.
Energy density
3.22 kcal/g
medium
Protein / 100 kcal
5.7 g
satiety per calorie
Net carbs / 100 g
2.2 g
carbs minus fibre
100 kcal portion
31 g
≈ 1.1 oz
- Sugars
- 1.3g
- Fibre
- 0g
- Saturated fat
- 8g
- Sodium
- 663mg
Italian Sausage Portion & Serving Size Comparison
Compare calories, carbs, net carbs, and macros across common household measurements.
| Portion Size | Weight | Calories | Total Carbs | Net Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 link, medium (87 g) | 86.6 g | 279 kcal | 1.9 g | 1.9 g | 15.8 g | 22.7 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 322 kcal | 2.2 g | 2.2 g | 18.2 g | 26.2 g |
Sausage, Italian, pork, mild, cooked, pan-fried nutrition facts
The table below shows the complete nutritional profile for sausage, italian, pork, mild, cooked, pan-fried per 100 g (the laboratory analytical standard) and per 1 link, medium (87 g), alongside the share of the FDA Daily Value each nutrient covers. Most of its calories come from fat, and it is high in protein (18.2 g per 100 g).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 link, medium (87 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 322 kcal | 279 kcal | — |
| Protein | 18.2 g | 15.8 g | 36% |
| Carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1.9 g | 1% |
| Fat | 26.2 g | 22.7 g | 34% |
| Sugars | 1.5 g | 1.3 g | — |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 9.2 g | 8 g | 46% |
| Sodium | 766 mg | 663 mg | 33% |
*Percent Daily Value per 100 g, against the FDA reference intakes for adults and children 4+ years (50 g protein, 275 g carbohydrate, 28 g fibre, 78 g fat, 20 g saturated fat, 2300 mg sodium). Total sugars has no Daily Value — the 50 g reference applies to added sugars only, and USDA reports total sugars here.
Italian Sausage calories by weight: ounces, pounds and grams
USDA publishes this food per 100 g, so here is the same profile converted to the weights a kitchen scale and a US recipe actually use. At 3.22 kcal per gram (medium energy density), medium energy density — portion size starts to matter, so weigh it if you are tracking closely.
| Amount | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28 g) | 91 kcal | 5.2 g | 0.6 g | 7.4 g |
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 322 kcal | 18.2 g | 2.2 g | 26.2 g |
| 4 oz (113 g) | 365 kcal | 20.6 g | 2.5 g | 29.7 g |
| 8 oz / ½ lb (227 g) | 730 kcal | 41.3 g | 5 g | 59.4 g |
| 1 lb (454 g) | 1461 kcal | 82.6 g | 10 g | 118.8 g |
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central Foundation Foods dataset (public domain, CC0). Laboratory food profile and analytical measurements verified under USDA FDC ID 746780.
View raw USDA laboratory entry →How italian sausage compares to other deli & sausages
Against the 6 deli & sausages in this database, italian sausage ranks 4th lowest in calories and 2nd highest in protein. The category averages 264 kcal per 100 g, so this one is 22% above it. The lightest option in the category is ham, sliced, pre-packaged, deli meat (96%fat free, water added) at 106 kcal per 100 g, and the protein leader is sausage, pork, chorizo, link or ground, cooked, pan-fried at 19.3 g per 100 g.
| Deli & Sausages (by calories) | Calories | Protein | kcal/g |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🌭 Sausage, turkey, breakfast links, mild, raw | 169 kcal | 16.7 g | 1.69 |
| 🥩 Frankfurter, beef, unheated | 314 kcal | 11.7 g | 3.14 |
| 🌭 Sausage, Italian, pork, mild, cooked, pan-fried (this page) | 322 kcal | 18.2 g | 3.22 |
| 🌭 Sausage, breakfast sausage, beef, pre-cooked, unprepared | 328 kcal | 13.3 g | 3.28 |
| 🌭 Sausage, pork, chorizo, link or ground, cooked, pan-fried | 346 kcal | 19.3 g | 3.46 |
Portion planning with italian sausage
- 100 calories comes to about 31 g (1.1 oz).
- 20 g of protein takes about 110 g, bringing 354 kcal with it — that is 5.7 g of protein per 100 calories.
- Macro split by calories: 3% carbs, 23% protein, 74% fat.
Nutrient screening detail
The badges near the top of this page come from screening the per-100 g values against the FDA nutrient-content thresholds in 21 CFR 101.54–101.62. The regulations define those claims per reference serving rather than per 100 g, so treat these as a like-for-like comparison between foods, not as a statement about a product label:
- High protein — 18.2 g per 100 g (≥ 20% DV)
- Keto-friendly — 2.2 g net carbs per 100 g (≤ 5 g)
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Italian Sausage FAQ & Nutrition Questions
How many calories and carbs are in 1 link, medium (87 g) of italian sausage?
One serving of 1 link, medium (87 g) provides 279 calories, 1.9 g total carbs, 15.8 g protein, and 22.7 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of italian sausage?
Italian Sausage contains 322 calories per 100 g, with 18.2 g protein, 2.2 g carbohydrate, and 26.2 g fat. Use the interactive calculator above to scale to any custom amount.
What is the USDA FoodData Central (FDC) ID for italian sausage?
The official USDA FoodData Central ID for "Sausage, Italian, pork, mild, cooked, pan-fried" is FDC ID: 746780. You can view the verified laboratory analytical record on the USDA FoodData Central Database.
What is the macronutrient breakdown of italian sausage?
By calories, italian sausage is approximately 3% carbohydrates, 23% protein, and 74% fat.
How many calories are in an ounce of italian sausage?
One ounce (28 g) of italian sausage has 91 calories, with 5.2 g protein, 0.6 g carbs and 7.4 g fat. Four ounces (113 g) comes to 365 calories, and a full pound (454 g) to 1461 calories.
How much italian sausage is 100 calories?
About 31 g of italian sausage supplies 100 calories, because it carries 3.22 kcal per gram (medium energy density). Medium energy density — portion size starts to matter, so weigh it if you are tracking closely.
How much italian sausage do I need for 20 g of protein?
Roughly 110 g of italian sausage, which also brings 354 calories with it. That works out to 5.7 g of protein per 100 calories.
Is italian sausage high or low in calories for a deli & sausage?
Italian Sausage sits 22% above the deli & sausages average of 264 kcal per 100 g, ranking 4th lowest of 6 in this category.
Is this nutrition data free to use?
Yes. The data is sourced directly from USDA FoodData Central (CC0 public domain). Viewing and scaling portions here is 100% free with no sign-up — and you can log this food free in our online food diary.