Dark pistachios vs Pistachios with milk chocolate
Overall, Dark pistachios has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Dark pistachios | Pistachios with milk chocola... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 533 kcal | 560 kcal |
| Fat | 36.7 g | 35.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 13.3 g | 15 g |
| Sugars | 33.3 g | 36.7 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 6.7 g | 4.3 g |
| Protein | 13.3 g | 11.2 g |
| Additives | 2 | 4 |
| Allergens | Milk, Nuts, Soybeans | Milk, Nuts |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Dark pistachios has 11% less saturated fat (13.3 g vs 15 g).
- Pistachios with milk chocolate has 84% less salt (0.1 g vs 0.7 g).
- Dark pistachios has 36% more fiber (6.7 g vs 4.3 g).
- Dark pistachios has 16% more protein (13.3 g vs 11.2 g).
- Only Dark pistachios lists: Soybeans.
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.
Pistachios with milk chocolate
70% Milk Chocolate Coating (Sugar, Cocoa Butter**, Whole Milk Powder, Cocoa Mass**, Whey Powder (Milk), Emulsifiers: Lecithins, Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate; Flavouring), 22% Pistachio Nuts, Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Glazing Agents: Gum Arabic, Shellac. Milk Chocolate contains: Cocoa Solids 28% Minimum, Milk Solids 16% Minimum. **Rainforest Alliance Certified. Find out more at ra.org. Allergy Advice For allergens, see ingredients in bold. May also Contain other Nuts, Peanuts, Soya and Sulphites.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Dark pistachios or Pistachios with milk chocolate?
Overall, Dark pistachios 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?
Dark pistachios has fewer calories: 533 kcal versus 560 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Dark pistachios has less sugar: 33.3 g versus 36.7 g per 100 g.