Dirty rice vs Mexican style grains
Overall, Dirty rice has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Dirty rice | Mexican style grains |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 146 kcal | 164 kcal |
| Fat | 1.3 g | 2.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 0.5 g |
| Sugars | 1.6 g | 3.5 g |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 1.3 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 2.9 g |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 3.7 g |
| Additives | 1 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Dirty rice has 11% fewer calories (146 kcal vs 164 kcal).
- Dirty rice has 50% less fat (1.3 g vs 2.6 g).
- Dirty rice has 54% less sugar (1.6 g vs 3.5 g).
- Dirty rice has 68% less salt (0.4 g vs 1.3 g).
- Mexican style grains has 38% more fiber (2.9 g vs 1.8 g).
- Dirty rice has 18% more protein (4.5 g vs 3.7 g).
- Dirty rice has the better Nutri-Score.
Ingredients
Dirty rice
COOKED LONG GRAIN RICE (77%) (Water, Long Grain Rice), COOKED BLACK BEANS (7%) (Water, Black Beans), DICED RED BELL PEPPER (39%), DICED YELLOW BELL PEPPER (3%), Onion, DICED GREEN BELL PEPPER (296), Sunflower Oil, Yeast Extract, Yeast Extract Powder, Sugar, Onion Powder, Glucose Syrup, Molasses Syrup, Dried Parsley, Salt, Water, Smoked Salt, Garlic Powder, Stabiliser. Guar Gum; Tomato Purée, Red Pepper Juice, Chili Rakes, Smoked Paprika Powder, Chilli Powder, Garlic Purée Onion Extract, Chipotle Chilli Powder, Paprika Powder, Green Jalapeno Powder, White Wine Vinegar, Ground Black Pepper, Ground White Pepper, Coriander Powder, Ground Allspice, Fennel Powder, Garlic Extract.
Mexican style grains
Cooked Long-Grain Rice (43%) (Water, Long-Grain Rice), Sweetcorn (18%), Cooked Red Quinoa (17%) (Water, Red Quinoa), Adzuki Beans (8%), Chilli Paste (Sugar, Red Pepper Juice, Molasses, Tomato Purée, Water, Salt, Jalapeño Powder, Smoked Paprika Powder, Onion Salt, White Wine Vinegar, Cayenne Powder, Garlic Salt), Roquito Sauce (Red Roquito® Jalapeño Peppers, Red Bell Peppers, Sugar, Cane Vinegar, Tomato Paste, Vegetable Oil (contains Sunflower Oil and/ or Rapeseed Oil), Garlic, Thickener: Xanthan Gum, Onion, Ginger), Olive Oil, Salt, Chilli Flakes, Smoked Paprika.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Dirty rice or Mexican style grains?
Overall, Dirty rice 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?
Dirty rice has fewer calories: 146 kcal versus 164 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Dirty rice has less sugar: 1.6 g versus 3.5 g per 100 g.