Food coloring vs Gravy Browning
Overall, Gravy Browning has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Food coloring | Gravy Browning |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | — |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 229 kcal | 83 kcal |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.5 g |
| Sugars | 48 g | 2.4 g |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 15.9 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | — |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 17.3 g |
| Additives | 7 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Gravy Browning has 64% fewer calories (83 kcal vs 229 kcal).
- Food coloring has 80% less saturated fat (0.1 g vs 0.5 g).
- Gravy Browning has 95% less sugar (2.4 g vs 48 g).
- Food coloring has 99% less salt (0.2 g vs 15.9 g).
- Gravy Browning has 97% more protein (17.3 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.
Gravy Browning
colour (ammonia caramel), salt
FAQ
Which is healthier: Food coloring or Gravy Browning?
Overall, Gravy Browning 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?
Gravy Browning has fewer calories: 83 kcal versus 229 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Gravy Browning has less sugar: 2.4 g versus 48 g per 100 g.