Food coloring vs Colorante alimentario
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Food coloring | Colorante alimentario |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | — |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 229 kcal | 353 kcal |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 2.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 48 g | 0.7 g |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 35 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 7 g |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 5.8 g |
| Additives | 7 | 2 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Food coloring has 35% fewer calories (229 kcal vs 353 kcal).
- Food coloring has 77% less fat (0.5 g vs 2.2 g).
- Colorante alimentario has 99% less sugar (0.7 g vs 48 g).
- Food coloring has 99% less salt (0.2 g vs 35 g).
- Colorante alimentario has 60% more fiber (7 g vs 2.8 g).
- Colorante alimentario has 91% more protein (5.8 g vs 0.5 g).
Ingredients
Food coloring
Sirop de glucose, eau, sucre, colorants : curcumine, bétanine, bleu patenté V ; épaississants : pectines, agar-agar ; acidifiant : acide citrique : conservateur : sorbate de potassium.
Colorante alimentario
Harina de maiz sal, colorantes (tartracina (E102), amarillo anaranjado S (E110)).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Food coloring or Colorante alimentario?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. 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?
Food coloring has fewer calories: 229 kcal versus 353 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Colorante alimentario has less sugar: 0.7 g versus 48 g per 100 g.