Comparison

French beans vs Extra Fine Green Beans

Overall, French beans has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 1.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientFrench beansExtra Fine Green Beans
Nutri-Score a a
NOVA group 1 1
Calories 41 kcal 35 kcal
Fat 0 g 0.5 g
Saturated fat 0 g 0.1 g
Sugars 2.4 g 3 g
Salt 0 g 0 g
Fiber 4.7 g 4.1 g
Protein 2.4 g 1.9 g
Additives00
AllergensNone listedNone listed

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • Extra Fine Green Beans has 15% fewer calories (35 kcal vs 41 kcal).
  • French beans has no fat, while Extra Fine Green Beans has 0.5 g.
  • French beans has 22% less sugar (2.4 g vs 3 g).
  • French beans has 13% more fiber (4.7 g vs 4.1 g).
  • French beans has 19% more protein (2.4 g vs 1.9 g).

Ingredients

French beans

French beans

Extra Fine Green Beans

Extra Fine Green Beans

FAQ

Which is healthier: French beans or Extra Fine Green Beans?

Overall, French beans 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?

Extra Fine Green Beans has fewer calories: 35 kcal versus 41 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

French beans has less sugar: 2.4 g versus 3 g per 100 g.

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