English mint sauce vs Tesco Mint Sauce 180G
Overall, Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | English mint sauce | Tesco Mint Sauce 180G |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 111 kcal | 76 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | 0.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.2 g |
| Sugars | 22.2 g | 13.6 g |
| Salt | 1.1 g | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | — | 2.4 g |
| Protein | 0 g | 1.6 g |
| Additives | 1 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | Sulphur dioxide and sulphites |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has 32% fewer calories (76 kcal vs 111 kcal).
- English mint sauce has no fat, while Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has 0.5 g.
- Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has 39% less sugar (13.6 g vs 22.2 g).
- Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has 39% less salt (0.7 g vs 1.1 g).
- Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has 100% more protein (1.6 g vs 0 g).
- Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Tesco Mint Sauce 180G lists: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Ingredients
English mint sauce
Water, spirit vinegar, sugar, malt vinegar, dried mint, modified corn starch, salt, colored with spinach extract, xanthan gum, natural mint flavoring.
Tesco Mint Sauce 180G
reconstituted mint (49%), white wine vinegar (sulphites), sugar (sulphites), water, balsamic vinegar (wine vinegar, grape must), stabiliser (xanthan gum), salt, colour (copper complexes of chlorophyllin complex), flavouring.
FAQ
Which is healthier: English mint sauce or Tesco Mint Sauce 180G?
Overall, Tesco Mint Sauce 180G 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?
Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has fewer calories: 76 kcal versus 111 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has less sugar: 13.6 g versus 22.2 g per 100 g.