Keto Diet And Jimmy John's: Bread Options And More

Jimmy John's is a fast-food chain that offers a variety of sandwiches and has recently started accommodating low-carb and keto diets with its Unwich option. The Unwich is a sandwich wrapped in lettuce instead of bread and is available for all sandwiches on the menu. This option has received positive reviews from keto dieters, who appreciate the convenience and taste of these sandwiches.

Jimmy John's Unwiches

The Slim Unwiches are smaller, usually containing cheese and/or meat, and are the cheapest option. Some examples of Slim Unwiches include:

• Ham and Cheese Unwich
• Roast Beef Unwich
• Tuna Salad Unwich
• Turkey Unwich
• Italian Unwich
• Cheese Unwich

The Original Unwiches are a little larger and may include some added vegetables, cheese, or meat. Examples of Original Unwiches are:

• Pepe Unwich: Applewood smoked ham, provolone, tomato, and mayo
• Big John Unwich: Medium-rare choice roast beef, tomato, and mayo
• Totally Tuna Unwich: Tuna salad, cucumber, and tomato
• Turkey Tom Unwich: Turkey breast, tomato, and mayo
• Veggie Unwich: Layers of provolone cheese, avocado spread, cucumber, tomato, and mayo

The Giant Club Unwiches include favourites such as:

• Spicy East Coast Italian: Double Genoa salami, double capicola, double cheese, hot peppers, oil, vinegar, onion, lettuce, tomato, oregano-basil, and easy mayo
• Italian Night Club Unwich: Salami, ham, capicola, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onions, mayo, and vinaigrette wrapped tightly in lettuce
• J.J. Gargantuan Unwich: Genoa salami, applewood smoked ham, capicola, roast beef, turkey, provolone, tomato, onions, mayo, oil and vinegar, and oregano-basil

Keto-friendly extras

Jimmy John's offers a wide range of keto-friendly extras to add to your sandwich. Here are some options to consider:

Meats

• Bacon: 0g net carbs
• Ham: 2g net carbs
• Roast Beef: 0g net carbs
• Salami: 0g net carbs
• Capicola: 1g net carbs
• Turkey Breast: 0g net carbs

Cheese

Provolone Cheese: 1g net carbs

Condiments and Vegetables

• Avocado Spread: 1g net carbs
• Dijon Mustard: 0g net carbs
• Jimmy Mustard: 0g net carbs
• Mayo: 0g net carbs
• Oil & Vinegar: 0g net carbs
• Sliced Pickles: 0g net carbs
• Onion: 2g net carbs
• Jimmy Peppers: 1g net carbs
• Lettuce: 1g net carbs
• Cucumber: 0.5g net carbs
• Tomato: 1g net carbs

These extras can be added to any of the sandwiches on the Jimmy John's menu to make them more keto-friendly and to suit your taste preferences.

Slim Unwiches

If you're looking for a low-carb option at Jimmy John's, the Slim Unwich is a great choice. Here's everything you need to know about these keto-friendly sandwiches:

A Slim Unwich is a smaller, more affordable option on the Jimmy John's menu. It usually consists of cheese and/or meat, wrapped in lettuce instead of bread. This option is perfect for those watching their carb intake or following a keto diet.

The Options

Jimmy John's offers a variety of Slim Unwiches to choose from:

• Slim #1 Ham and Cheese Unwich: Smoked ham and provolone wrapped in lettuce. It has 190 calories, 11g of fat, 4g of total carbs, 0g of fiber, 2g of sugar, 20g of protein, and 4g of net carbs.
• Slim #2 Roast Beef Unwich: Roast beef wrapped in lettuce. It's a low-calorie option with 90 calories, 3g of fat, <1g of total carbs, 0g of fiber, <1g of sugar, 17g of protein, and <1g of net carbs.
• Slim #3 Tuna Salad Unwich: Tuna salad wrapped in lettuce. It contains 250 calories, 20g of fat, 5g of total carbs, 1g of fiber, 2g of sugar, 11g of protein, and 4g of net carbs.
• Slim #4 Turkey Unwich: Turkey wrapped in lettuce. This is a low-calorie option with 70 calories, 0.5g of fat, 2g of total carbs, 0g of fiber, <1g of sugar, 14g of protein, and 2g of net carbs.
• Slim #5 Italian Unwich: Provolone and capicola/Genoa salami wrapped in lettuce. It has 280 calories, 20g of fat, 3g of total carbs, 0g of fiber, 2g of sugar, 22g of protein, and 3g of net carbs.
• Slim #6 Cheese Unwich: Provolone wrapped in lettuce. This Slim Unwich contains 240 calories, 19g of fat, 2g of total carbs, 0g of fiber, <1g of sugar, 17g of protein, and 2g of net carbs.

Customization

You can customize your Slim Unwich by adding extra toppings or condiments. Here are some keto-friendly options to consider:

• Bacon
• Capicola
• Ham
• Provolone cheese
• Roast beef
• Salami
• Tuna salad
• Turkey breast
• Cucumber
• Lettuce
• Tomato
• Avocado spread
• Dijon mustard
• Mayo
• Oil & vinegar

Ordering Tips

When ordering a Slim Unwich at Jimmy John's, keep these tips in mind:

• Ask for your sandwich as an "Unwich" to ensure it comes without bread.
• Add high-fat extras like cheese, meats, and mayo to optimize your macros.
• Avoid the potato chips as a side, as they are high in carbs.
• Check the nutritional guide or use the Jimmy John's app to calculate the exact macros for your customized Slim Unwich.

Original Unwiches

An Unwich is a breadless sandwich created by Jimmy John's. It is a low-carb option where the sandwich ingredients are wrapped in lettuce instead of bread.

How to Make an Unwich

To make an Unwich, place the sandwich ingredients in an "iceberg lettuce 'bowl', two leaves deep". Wrap the lettuce around the ingredients, enclosing them like a burrito. You can also wrap the Unwich with parchment paper for added stability.

Original Unwich Options

• Pepe Unwich: Applewood smoked ham, provolone, tomato, and mayo.
• Big John Unwich: Medium-rare choice roast beef, tomato, and mayo.
• Totally Tuna Unwich: Tuna salad, cucumber, and tomato.
• Turkey Tom Unwich: Turkey breast, tomato, and mayo.
• Vito Unwich: Genoa salami, capicola, provolone, tomato, onions, and vinaigrette.
• Veggie Unwich: Layers of provolone cheese separated by avocado spread, cucumber, tomato, and mayo.

Customizing Your Original Unwich

You can customize your Original Unwich with various toppings and condiments. Here are some options:

• Provolone cheese
• Kickin' ranch
• Avocado guac
• Yellow mustard
• Jimmy mustard
• Mayo
• Oil & vinegar
• Oregano-basil
• Sliced pickles
• Onion
• Jimmy peppers
• Cucumber
• Tomato
• Lettuce

Customising your Keto Unwich

Jimmy John's Unwich is a great option for those following a keto diet. Here are some tips and tricks for customising your Keto Unwich:

Choose your fillings wisely

Meat options such as chicken, turkey, roast beef, ham, tuna, bacon, and salami are all keto-friendly. If you're a vegetarian, double provolone cheese separated by avocado spread is a good option.

Pick your sauce

Some of Jimmy John's sauces and dressings contain added sugars, so choose wisely. Mayo, mustard, olive oil, and vinegar are the best options to keep your order keto-compliant. Never choose ketchup, barbecue, or any other sweet sauce.

Load up on veggies

Don't forget to enrich your Unwich with fresh low-carb vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Onions, herbs, and avocado are also great additions.

Customise your order

You may customise your Unwich to make it more delicious and wholesome while still following the keto rules. There's no shame in asking for extra lettuce, bacon, or any other keto-friendly fillings.

Choose your drink

Complete your meal with a drink that complements your low-carb spree. Keep it simple with sparkling water or choose between diet soda and unsweetened iced tea.

Double wrap your Unwich

Ask for your Unwich to be double-wrapped in lettuce to add extra crunch and increase the structural integrity of your sandwich.

Frequently asked questions