Bolognaise vs Bolognese Pasta Sauce
Overall, Bolognese Pasta Sauce has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Bolognaise | Bolognese Pasta Sauce |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 90 kcal | 39 kcal |
| Fat | 5.3 g | 0.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.3 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 4.5 g | 5.4 g |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 4 g | 1.5 g |
| Additives | 1 | 0 |
| Allergens | Celery, Gluten | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Bolognese Pasta Sauce has 56% fewer calories (39 kcal vs 90 kcal).
- Bolognese Pasta Sauce has 87% less fat (0.7 g vs 5.3 g).
- Bolognese Pasta Sauce has 92% less saturated fat (0.1 g vs 1.3 g).
- Bolognaise has 17% less sugar (4.5 g vs 5.4 g).
- Bolognaise has 63% more protein (4 g vs 1.5 g).
- Bolognese Pasta Sauce is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Bolognaise lists: Celery, Gluten.
Ingredients
Bolognaise
Purée de tomates 50%, pulpe de tomates 21,5%, viande de bœuf précuite 13% (équivalent viande crue 18,5% - origine France), oignons 5%, carottes 4%, huile de tournesol, sucre, sel, amidon de maïs, arôme naturel (contient _blé_), ail, acidifiant: acide lactique, _céleri_, poivre, thym. Peut contenir des traces de lait et de moutarde.
Bolognese Pasta Sauce
Tomato (67%), partially reconstituted tomato purée (24%), lemon juice from concentrate, sugar, cornflour, onion, salt, herbs, onion powder, rapeseed oil, garlic purée,
FAQ
Which is healthier: Bolognaise or Bolognese Pasta Sauce?
Overall, Bolognese Pasta Sauce 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?
Bolognese Pasta Sauce has fewer calories: 39 kcal versus 90 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Bolognaise has less sugar: 4.5 g versus 5.4 g per 100 g.