Dirty rice vs Thai Green
Overall, Thai Green has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Dirty rice | Thai Green |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 146 kcal | 123 kcal |
| Fat | 1.3 g | 4.3 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 1.8 g |
| Sugars | 1.6 g | 1.9 g |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 2 g |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9.8 g |
| Additives | 1 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | Fish, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Thai Green has 16% fewer calories (123 kcal vs 146 kcal).
- Dirty rice has 70% less fat (1.3 g vs 4.3 g).
- Dirty rice has 83% less saturated fat (0.3 g vs 1.8 g).
- Thai Green has 54% more protein (9.8 g vs 4.5 g).
- Thai Green has the better Nutri-Score.
- Thai Green is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Thai Green lists: Fish, Milk.
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.
Thai Green
37% Cooked Jasmine Rice (Water, Jasmine Rice, 8% Red Lentils, 8% Spinach, Rapeseed Oil, Ginger, Salt, Garlic, Lemongrass, Lime Leaves), 24% Cooked Chicken Breast Pieces (99% Chicken, Tapioca Starch, Salt), 7% Broccoli, 7% Coconut Milk, Water, 5% Green Beans, 4% Red Pepper, Single Cream (Milk), Green Chilli, Sugar, Rapeseed Oil, Green Pepper, Galangal, Garlic, Ginger, Lemongrass, Lime Juice from Concentrate, Tapioca Starch, Lime Leaves, Coriander, Lemon Juice from Concentrate, Fish Sauce (Water, Anchovy Extract (Fish), Salt, Sugar), Salt, Coriander, Ground Cumin, Ground Coriander, Thai Basil, Ground Turmeric, Ground White Pepper, Chilli Powder. Allergy Advice: For allergens, see ingredients in bold. May also contain Nuts, Peanuts and Sesame. Storage Instructions: Keep refrigerated. Suitable for home freezing. Freeze as soon as possible after purchase and always by the use by date. Once frozen, use within 1 month. Defrost thoroughly in refrigerator before use. Do not defrost in microwave. Use within 24 hours of defrosting. Once defrosted, do not refreeze. Use by: see front of pack. Additional Information: Produced in the UK using non EU Chicken. Although every care has been taken to remove bones, some small pieces may remain. Visit us at www.lidl.co.uk or www.lidl.ie. Energy 517kJ/ 1908kJ/
FAQ
Which is healthier: Dirty rice or Thai Green?
Overall, Thai Green 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?
Thai Green has fewer calories: 123 kcal versus 146 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Dirty rice has less sugar: 1.6 g versus 1.9 g per 100 g.