Carbonara pasta sauce vs Carbonara Sauce
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Carbonara pasta sauce | Carbonara Sauce |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | — | 4 |
| Calories | 130 kcal | 124 kcal |
| Fat | 11 g | 10 g |
| Saturated fat | 5.4 g | 4 g |
| Sugars | 1 g | 0.8 g |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 0.8 g |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 3.7 g |
| Additives | 0 | 4 |
| Allergens | None listed | Milk, Mustard, Pork |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Carbonara Sauce has 26% less saturated fat (4 g vs 5.4 g).
- Carbonara pasta sauce has 16% more protein (4.4 g vs 3.7 g).
- Only Carbonara Sauce lists: Milk, Mustard, Pork.
Ingredients
Carbonara pasta sauce
Not available.
Carbonara Sauce
water, cooked ham (6%) [pork, salt, sugar, flavouring, antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), preservative (sodium nitrite)]. cream (milk) (5%). cheddar cheese (milk) (5%), sunflower oil, modified maize starch, cheese powder (milk), yeast extract, acidity regulator (sodium citrate), stabiliser (sodium phosphate), garlic powder, flavouring, salt, mustard powder, white pepper, nutmeg.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Carbonara pasta sauce or Carbonara Sauce?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. 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?
Carbonara Sauce has fewer calories: 124 kcal versus 130 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Carbonara Sauce has less sugar: 0.8 g versus 1 g per 100 g.