Ciabatta Rolls vs Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread
Overall, Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread 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 | Ciabatta Rolls | Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | a |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 482 kcal | 212 kcal |
| Fat | 4.4 g | 2 g |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 0.5 g |
| Sugars | 5 g | 4 g |
| Salt | 0.6 g | 0.9 g |
| Fiber | 5.8 g | 6.3 g |
| Protein | 18.8 g | 12.3 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Gluten, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 56% fewer calories (212 kcal vs 482 kcal).
- Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 55% less fat (2 g vs 4.4 g).
- Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 50% less saturated fat (0.5 g vs 1 g).
- Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 20% less sugar (4 g vs 5 g).
- Ciabatta Rolls has 35% more protein (18.8 g vs 12.3 g).
- Ciabatta Rolls is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread lists: Soybeans.
Ingredients
Ciabatta Rolls
Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL (3%), Fermented Wheat Flour, Malted Wheat Flour, Salt, Yeast.
Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread
Wholemeal Wheat Flour, Water, Wheat Gluten, Yeast, Sourdough (3%) (Water, Fermented Rye Flour, Salt), Coarse Wheat Bran, Rye Flour (2%), Malted Barley Flour, Salt, Vegetable Oils (Rapeseed, Sustainable Palm), Soya Flour, Caramelised Sugar, Fermented Wheat Flour, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
FAQ
Which is healthier: Ciabatta Rolls or Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread?
Overall, Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread 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?
Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has fewer calories: 212 kcal versus 482 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has less sugar: 4 g versus 5 g per 100 g.