Couscous vs Sheperds pie
Overall, Sheperds pie has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Couscous | Sheperds pie |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 137 kcal | 105 kcal |
| Fat | 5.5 g | 3.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.6 g | 1.6 g |
| Sugars | 3.6 g | 2.2 g |
| Salt | 1 g | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 5.4 g |
| Additives | 5 | 4 |
| Allergens | Celery, Gluten | Gluten, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Sheperds pie has 23% fewer calories (105 kcal vs 137 kcal).
- Sheperds pie has 38% less fat (3.4 g vs 5.5 g).
- Sheperds pie has 38% less sugar (2.2 g vs 3.6 g).
- Sheperds pie has 49% less salt (0.5 g vs 1 g).
- Couscous has 46% more fiber (2.4 g vs 1.3 g).
- Couscous has 30% more protein (7.7 g vs 5.4 g).
- Sheperds pie has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Couscous lists: Celery.
- Only Sheperds pie lists: Milk.
Ingredients
Couscous
Viande et légumes 290 g : légumes 35% (carotte, courgette, pois chiche, navet, poivron rouge et vert, _céleri_), poulet 31% (haut de cuisse de poulet 85%, eau, amidon et dextrose de tapioca, sel), au, merguez 11% (maigre de bœuf et de mouton, eau, sel, sirop de glucose, épices, plantes aromatiques et extraits d'épices, dextrose, arôme naturel de paprika, acidifiant : E263, antioxygènes : E300-E301, colorant : E120, conservateur : E250), concentré de tomates, oignons, épices, sel, arômes. Accompagnement 140 g: semoule de couscous réhydratée 84% (semoule de _blé_, eau), huile de colza, raisins secs, sel.
Sheperds pie
Mashed Potato [Potato, Water, Whole Milk, Butter (Milk), Single Cream (Milk), Salt, White Pepper], Lamb (30%), Lamb Fat, Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin], Onion, Red Wine, Carrot, Lamb Extract, Leek, Cornflour, Tomato Paste, Sugar, Rapeseed Oil, Salt, Garlic Purée, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Redcurrant Juice Concentrate, Caramelised Sugar Syrup, Spirit Vinegar, Parsley, Concentrated Onion Juice, Rosemary, Molasses, Onion Purée, Black Pepper, Tamarind Paste, Yeast, Ginger Purée, Olive Oil, Sea Salt, Paprika, Cane Sugar, Ground Clove, Acidity Regulators (Citric Acid, Trisodium Citrate), Gelling Agent (Pectin), Garlic, Rosemary Oil, Thyme Oil, Garlic Oil. Made using British and New Zealand lamb. Allergy Advice For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Couscous or Sheperds pie?
Overall, Sheperds pie 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?
Sheperds pie has fewer calories: 105 kcal versus 137 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Sheperds pie has less sugar: 2.2 g versus 3.6 g per 100 g.