Big Mac vs Le Big Mac™
Overall, Big Mac has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Big Mac | Le Big Mac™ |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 212 kcal | 231 kcal |
| Fat | 10.4 g | 11 g |
| Saturated fat | 4 g | 4.2 g |
| Sugars | 3.4 g | 4 g |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 1 g |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 11.3 g | 12 g |
| Additives | 11 | 16 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Mustard, Sesame seeds | Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Mustard, Sesame seeds, Soybeans, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Big Mac has 16% less sugar (3.4 g vs 4 g).
- Big Mac has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Le Big Mac™ lists: Soybeans, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Ingredients
Big Mac
Big Mac Bun (WHEAT Flour (Wheat Flour. Calcium Carbonate, Niacin, Iron, Folic Acid, Thiamin), Water, Sugar, Cream Yeast, SESAME Seeds, Vegetable Oil (Rapeseed, Coconut), Potato Starch, Salt, Emulsifier (Mono - and Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids), Pea Protein, Antioxidant (Ascorbic Acid), Maize Maltodextrin, Dextrose, Maize Starch, WHEAT Starch, Natural Flavouring), Beef Patty (100% Pure Beef), Iceberg Lettuce, Big Mac Sauce (Water, Rapeseed Oil, Gherkin, Spirit Vinegar, Sugar, Modified Maize Starch, Allergen Ingredient:Free Range EGG Yolk, Spices (contain Allergen Ingredient:MUSTARD), Salt, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Thickener (Xanthan Gum), Natural Flavourings, Firming Agent (Calcium Chloride)), Cheddar Cheese Slices (Vegetarian Cheddar (51%) (MILK), Water, Vegetarian Cheese (9%) (MILK), Whey Powder (MILK), Butter (MILK), Emulsifying Salts (Trisodium Citrate, Tripotassium Citrate, Citric Acid), Milk Protein (MILK), Natural Cheese Flavouring (MILK), Salt, Colours (Carotene, Paprika Extract), Anti-Caking Agent (Lecithins)), Pickle Slices (Gherkins, Water, Spirit Vinegar, Salt, Firming Agent (Calcium Chloride), Natural Flavouring, Preservative (Potassium Sorbate)), Onions
Le Big Mac™
Pain aux graines de sesame (E927a, E471, E282, E281), steak haché de Bœuf (origine : France), salade, sauce (Eau, Huile de colza, vinaigre d'alcool, cornichons, sirop de glucose-fructose, sucre, amidon de maïs modifié, jaune d'œuf, épices (dont moutarde, sel de cuisine, épaississant (E415), arômes naturels, extrait de levure, affermissant (E509)E15, E433, E211,EDTA), salade (origine : France), cheddar (orgine : Royaume-Uni) (E330, E338, E450), cornichons (E520, E434) oignons. En quantités inconnues : Anhydride sulfureux et sulfites, Gluten (blé), Graine de sésame, Lait, Oeufs, Moutarde.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Big Mac or Le Big Mac™?
Overall, Big Mac 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?
Big Mac has fewer calories: 212 kcal versus 231 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Big Mac has less sugar: 3.4 g versus 4 g per 100 g.