Flour Tortillas vs Tortillas
Overall, Tortillas has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Flour Tortillas | Tortillas |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 313 kcal | 213 kcal |
| Fat | 8.4 g | 2.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.8 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 2.2 g | 4.3 g |
| Salt | 1.8 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 5.6 g | 6.4 g |
| Protein | 8.4 g | 4.3 g |
| Additives | 13 | 5 |
| Allergens | Gluten | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Tortillas has 32% fewer calories (213 kcal vs 313 kcal).
- Tortillas has 75% less fat (2.1 g vs 8.4 g).
- Tortillas has no saturated fat, while Flour Tortillas has 3.8 g.
- Flour Tortillas has 49% less sugar (2.2 g vs 4.3 g).
- Tortillas has 94% less salt (0.1 g vs 1.8 g).
- Tortillas has 12% more fiber (6.4 g vs 5.6 g).
- Flour Tortillas has 50% more protein (8.4 g vs 4.3 g).
- Tortillas has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Flour Tortillas lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Flour Tortillas
Enriched unbleached flour (Wheat flour, Niacin, Reduced iron, Thiamine mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic acid), Water, Vegetable shortening (Contains one or more of the following: Palm oil, Olive oil), Glycerin, Salt, Leavenings (Sodium acid pyrophosphate, Sodium bicarbonate, Cornstarch, Monocalcium phosphate), Wheat protein, Preservatives (Calcium propionate, Sorbic acid), Dough conditioner (Fumaric acid, Xanthan gum, Mono - and diglycerides, Sodium metabisulfite).
Tortillas
CORN MASA FLOUR, WATER, CELLULOSE GUM, GUAR GUM, FOLIC ACID, PROPIONIC ACID, BENZOIC ACID, PHOSPHORIC ACID
FAQ
Which is healthier: Flour Tortillas or Tortillas?
Overall, Tortillas 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?
Tortillas has fewer calories: 213 kcal versus 313 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Flour Tortillas has less sugar: 2.2 g versus 4.3 g per 100 g.