Dark pistachios vs M&ms
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Dark pistachios | M&ms |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 533 kcal | 524 kcal |
| Fat | 36.7 g | 26 g |
| Saturated fat | 13.3 g | 11 g |
| Sugars | 33.3 g | 53 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 6.7 g | 2.3 g |
| Protein | 13.3 g | 9.8 g |
| Additives | 2 | 5 |
| Allergens | Milk, Nuts, Soybeans | Milk, Peanuts, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- M&ms has 29% less fat (26 g vs 36.7 g).
- M&ms has 17% less saturated fat (11 g vs 13.3 g).
- Dark pistachios has 37% less sugar (33.3 g vs 53 g).
- M&ms has 84% less salt (0.1 g vs 0.7 g).
- Dark pistachios has 65% more fiber (6.7 g vs 2.3 g).
- Dark pistachios has 26% more protein (13.3 g vs 9.8 g).
- Only Dark pistachios lists: Nuts.
- Only M&ms lists: Peanuts.
Ingredients
Dark pistachios
DARK CHOCOLATE, SUGAR, UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE, COCOA BUTTER, WHOLE MILK POWDER, BUTTER FAT, COCOA POWDER, SOY LECITHIN, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, DRY ROASTED PISTACHIOS, SEA SALT.
M&ms
Sucre, cacahuètes, pâte de cacao, lait entier en poudre, beurre de cacao, amidon, matière grasse de palme, sirop de glucose, lait cremé en poudre, lécithine de soja, gomme arabique, matière grasse de karité, perméat de lactosérum, matière grasse du lait, dextrine, cire de carnauba, colorants, huile de palmiste, sel, arôme.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Dark pistachios or M&ms?
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?
M&ms has fewer calories: 524 kcal versus 533 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Dark pistachios has less sugar: 33.3 g versus 53 g per 100 g.