Butter beans in water vs Butter Beans in salted water
Overall, Butter Beans in salted water has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Butter beans in water
Butter Beans in salted water
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Butter beans in water | Butter Beans in salted water |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 108 kcal | 97 kcal |
| Fat | 0.7 g | 0.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 1 g |
| Fiber | 7.3 g | 6.9 g |
| Protein | 6.9 g | 6 g |
| Additives | 2 | 1 |
| Allergens | Sulphur dioxide and sulphites | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Butter Beans in salted water has 10% fewer calories (97 kcal vs 108 kcal).
- Butter Beans in salted water has no sugar, while Butter beans in water has 0.5 g.
- Butter beans in water has 97% less salt (0 g vs 1 g).
- Butter beans in water has 13% more protein (6.9 g vs 6 g).
- Butter Beans in salted water is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Butter beans in water lists: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Ingredients
Butter beans in water
Butter beans, water, firming agent (calcium chloride), antioxidant (sodium metabisulphite (_sulphites_)).
Butter Beans in salted water
Butter Beans (80%), Water, Salt, Antioxidant: Ascorbic Acid
FAQ
Which is healthier: Butter beans in water or Butter Beans in salted water?
Overall, Butter Beans in salted water 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?
Butter Beans in salted water has fewer calories: 97 kcal versus 108 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Butter Beans in salted water has less sugar: 0 g versus 0.5 g per 100 g.