Couscous sarrasin vs Méli-mélo gourmand
Overall, Couscous sarrasin has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Couscous sarrasin | Méli-mélo gourmand |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | b |
| NOVA group | 1 | 4 |
| Calories | 384 kcal | 126 kcal |
| Fat | 2.7 g | 1.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 0.2 g |
| Sugars | 1 g | 1.7 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 2.7 g |
| Protein | 11 g | 5.1 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
- Méli-mélo gourmand has 67% fewer calories (126 kcal vs 384 kcal).
- Méli-mélo gourmand has 56% less fat (1.2 g vs 2.7 g).
- Couscous sarrasin has 41% less sugar (1 g vs 1.7 g).
- Couscous sarrasin has 95% less salt (0 g vs 0.6 g).
- Couscous sarrasin has 40% more fiber (4.5 g vs 2.7 g).
- Couscous sarrasin has 54% more protein (11 g vs 5.1 g).
- Couscous sarrasin has the better Nutri-Score.
- Couscous sarrasin is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Méli-mélo gourmand lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Couscous sarrasin
farine de sarrasin
Méli-mélo gourmand
Semoule de blé dur précuite (gluten) (70%), lentilles précuites déshydratées (6,6%), pépites de lupin, carottes déshydratées (3,8%), arôme (gluten), pois verts déshydratés (3%), sel, huile de tournesol, oignons frits, flocons d'orge (gluten), flocons d'avoine (gluten), poireaux déshydratés.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Couscous sarrasin or Méli-mélo gourmand?
Overall, Couscous sarrasin 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?
Méli-mélo gourmand has fewer calories: 126 kcal versus 384 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Couscous sarrasin has less sugar: 1 g versus 1.7 g per 100 g.