Essential waitrose Scotch eggs vs Picnic Eggs
Overall, Picnic Eggs has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Essential waitrose Scotch eg... | Picnic Eggs |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | b |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 239 kcal | 250 kcal |
| Fat | 15.4 g | 13 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.7 g | 1.4 g |
| Sugars | 0.5 g | 1.8 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 1.1 g |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 4.4 g |
| Protein | 11.6 g | 14 g |
| Additives | 0 | 5 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten, Pork | Eggs, Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Picnic Eggs has 15% less fat (13 g vs 15.4 g).
- Picnic Eggs has 70% less saturated fat (1.4 g vs 4.7 g).
- Essential waitrose Scotch eggs has 73% less sugar (0.5 g vs 1.8 g).
- Essential waitrose Scotch eggs has 37% less salt (0.7 g vs 1.1 g).
- Picnic Eggs has 70% more fiber (4.4 g vs 1.3 g).
- Picnic Eggs has 17% more protein (14 g vs 11.6 g).
- Picnic Eggs has the better Nutri-Score.
- Essential waitrose Scotch eggs is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Essential waitrose Scotch eggs lists: Pork.
Ingredients
Essential waitrose Scotch eggs
Free range whole _egg_ (34%), pork (32%), fortified wheat flour (_wheat_ flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), water, rapeseed oil, pork fat, onion, salt, black pepper, white pepper, yeast extract, sage, nutmeg, marjoram, yeast, paprika.
Picnic Eggs
Mycoprotein (40%), Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamine), Free Range Whole Egg (11%), Water, Textured Wheat Protein (Wheat Flour, Wheat Protein), Rapeseed Oil, Mayonnaise (2%) [Rapeseed Oil, Water, Free Range Egg Yolk, Vinegar, Sugar, Salt, White Pepper, Preservative: Potassium sorbate], Tapioca Starch, Dried Free Range Egg White, Salt, Yeast Extract, Dried Onion, Yeast, Onion Powder, Spices (Black Pepper, White Pepper, Nutmeg), Herbs (Sage, Thyme, Parsley), Onion, Preservative: Potassium Sorbate; Colours: Paprika Extract, Iron Oxide; Gelling Agent: Pectin; Spice Extracts (Black Pepper, Nutmeg, Mace, Ginger), Herb Extracts (Sage, Thyme), Raising Agent: Ammonium Carbonate.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Essential waitrose Scotch eggs or Picnic Eggs?
Overall, Picnic Eggs 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?
Essential waitrose Scotch eggs has fewer calories: 239 kcal versus 250 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Essential waitrose Scotch eggs has less sugar: 0.5 g versus 1.8 g per 100 g.