Couscous vs Cous cous bustina
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Couscous | Cous cous bustina |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | — | 3 |
| Calories | 148 kcal | 158 kcal |
| Fat | 8.4 g | 5 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.9 g | 0.8 g |
| Sugars | 1.6 g | 2.7 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 1.3 g |
| Fiber | 1 g | 2.6 g |
| Protein | 8.7 g | 4.9 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Cous cous bustina has 40% less fat (5 g vs 8.4 g).
- Cous cous bustina has 72% less saturated fat (0.8 g vs 2.9 g).
- Couscous has 41% less sugar (1.6 g vs 2.7 g).
- Couscous has 47% less salt (0.7 g vs 1.3 g).
- Cous cous bustina has 62% more fiber (2.6 g vs 1 g).
- Couscous has 44% more protein (8.7 g vs 4.9 g).
- Only Cous cous bustina lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Couscous
Not available.
Cous cous bustina
Verdure 43,8% (carote, piselli, peperoni, zucchine), cous cous 27,8% (semola di GRANO duro Orto, olio extra vergine di oliva 4,5%, sale, basilico, curcuma, Può contenere tracce di SOIA, SENAPE e SEDANO,
FAQ
Which is healthier: Couscous or Cous cous bustina?
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?
Couscous has fewer calories: 148 kcal versus 158 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Couscous has less sugar: 1.6 g versus 2.7 g per 100 g.