Butternut Squash vs Summer fruits
Overall, Butternut Squash has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Butternut Squash | Summer fruits |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | a |
| NOVA group | 1 | 4 |
| Calories | 23 kcal | 2 kcal |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 1.9 g | 0.2 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 0 g |
| Additives | 0 | 6 |
| Allergens | None listed | Apple |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Summer fruits has 91% fewer calories (2 kcal vs 23 kcal).
- Summer fruits has 89% less sugar (0.2 g vs 1.9 g).
- Butternut Squash has 100% more fiber (1 g vs 0 g).
- Butternut Squash has 100% more protein (0.6 g vs 0 g).
- Butternut Squash is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Summer fruits lists: Apple.
Ingredients
Butternut Squash
Organic Butternut Squash
Summer fruits
Water Fruit juices from concentrates (20%) (apple, strawberry, raspberry), Acid (citric acid), Acidity regulator (sodium citrates) Flavouring, Sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), Preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), Fruit and vegetable concentrates (black carrot, hibiscus), Antioxidant (ascorbic acid).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Butternut Squash or Summer fruits?
Overall, Butternut Squash 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?
Summer fruits has fewer calories: 2 kcal versus 23 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Summer fruits has less sugar: 0.2 g versus 1.9 g per 100 g.