2 Scotch Eggs vs Picnic Eggs
Overall, Picnic Eggs has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | 2 Scotch Eggs | Picnic Eggs |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 246 kcal | 250 kcal |
| Fat | 15.6 g | 13 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.4 g | 1.4 g |
| Sugars | 0.9 g | 1.8 g |
| Salt | 1.8 g | 1.1 g |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4.4 g |
| Protein | 9.9 g | 14 g |
| Additives | 1 | 5 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten, Pork | Eggs, Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Picnic Eggs has 17% less fat (13 g vs 15.6 g).
- Picnic Eggs has 68% less saturated fat (1.4 g vs 4.4 g).
- 2 Scotch Eggs has 50% less sugar (0.9 g vs 1.8 g).
- Picnic Eggs has 40% less salt (1.1 g vs 1.8 g).
- Picnic Eggs has 77% more fiber (4.4 g vs 1 g).
- Picnic Eggs has 29% more protein (14 g vs 9.9 g).
- Picnic Eggs has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only 2 Scotch Eggs lists: Pork.
Ingredients
2 Scotch Eggs
_Egg_ 37%, Pork 28%, Wheat Flour (_Wheat_ Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Rapeseed Oil, Onion, Potato Starch, Dried Potato, Pork Fat, Salt, Sugar Beet Fibre, White Pepper, Black Pepper, Yeast Extract, Nutmeg, Sage, Marjoram, Yeast, Paprika Extract
Picnic Eggs
Mycoprotein (40%), Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamine), Free Range Whole Egg (11%), Water, Textured Wheat Protein (Wheat Flour, Wheat Protein), Rapeseed Oil, Mayonnaise (2%) [Rapeseed Oil, Water, Free Range Egg Yolk, Vinegar, Sugar, Salt, White Pepper, Preservative: Potassium sorbate], Tapioca Starch, Dried Free Range Egg White, Salt, Yeast Extract, Dried Onion, Yeast, Onion Powder, Spices (Black Pepper, White Pepper, Nutmeg), Herbs (Sage, Thyme, Parsley), Onion, Preservative: Potassium Sorbate; Colours: Paprika Extract, Iron Oxide; Gelling Agent: Pectin; Spice Extracts (Black Pepper, Nutmeg, Mace, Ginger), Herb Extracts (Sage, Thyme), Raising Agent: Ammonium Carbonate.
FAQ
Which is healthier: 2 Scotch Eggs or Picnic Eggs?
Overall, Picnic Eggs has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
2 Scotch Eggs has fewer calories: 246 kcal versus 250 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
2 Scotch Eggs has less sugar: 0.9 g versus 1.8 g per 100 g.