Kitchari vs Lentil & Chickpea Tagine
Overall, Lentil & Chickpea Tagine has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 3.
Kitchari
Lentil & Chickpea Tagine
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Kitchari | Lentil & Chickpea Tagine |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | b |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 74 kcal | 105 kcal |
| Fat | 3.2 g | 1.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 0.3 g |
| Sugars | 0.7 g | 2.3 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 4.9 g |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5.2 g |
| Additives | 0 | 3 |
| Allergens | Mustard | Sulphur dioxide and sulphites |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Kitchari has 30% fewer calories (74 kcal vs 105 kcal).
- Lentil & Chickpea Tagine has 46% less fat (1.7 g vs 3.2 g).
- Kitchari has 70% less sugar (0.7 g vs 2.3 g).
- Lentil & Chickpea Tagine has 57% more fiber (4.9 g vs 2.1 g).
- Lentil & Chickpea Tagine has 53% more protein (5.2 g vs 2.5 g).
- Lentil & Chickpea Tagine has the better Nutri-Score.
- Kitchari is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Kitchari lists: Mustard.
- Only Lentil & Chickpea Tagine lists: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Ingredients
Kitchari
WATER, PEARL MILLET, SPLIT MUNG BEANS, RED PUMPKIN, CARROT, GREEN PEAS, BROWN RICE, SUNFLOWER OIL, ROLLED OATS, AMARANTH, FINGER MILLET, SALT, GINGER, GREEN CHILI, GROUND SPICES (CORIANDER, RED CHILI PEPPER, CUMIN, FENNEL, GREEN CARDAMOM, CINNAMON, BLACK PEPPER, STAR ANISE, MACE, BLACK CARDAMOM, FENUGREEK, CLOVE), MUSTARD SEED, CUMIN SEED, LEMON JUICE POWDER, DRIED GARLIC, GROUND TURMERIC, GROUND BLACK PEPPER, DRIED CURRY LEAVES. MAY CONTAIN MILK, SOY, SESAME, WHEAT, PEANUT, CASHEW, COCONUT.
Lentil & Chickpea Tagine
Cooked Brown Lentils (51%) Water, Brown Lentils), Cooked Chickpeas (21%) Water, Chickpeas), Chopped Tomatoes (9%) Tomato, Tomato Juice), Ras el Hanout Seasoning (5%) (Sugar, Maize Starch, Dried Glucose Syrup, Ground Coriander, Ground Paprika, Yeast Extract, Dried Minced Red Pepper, Ground Cumin, Garlic Powder, Black Onion Seeds, Salt, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Ginger, Ground Black Pepper, Ground Fenugreek, Ground Fennel, Ground Nutmeg, Acidity Regulator [Citric Acid], Ground Turmeric, Crushed Chillies, Colour [Paprika Extract], Ground Clove, Ground Star Anise, Flavouring), Dried Apricot (3.9%)(Apricots, Rice Flour, Preservative [Sulphur Dioxide]), Onions, Red Pepper, Vegetable Oil (Sunflower Oil and/ or Rapeseed Oil), Cornflour
FAQ
Which is healthier: Kitchari or Lentil & Chickpea Tagine?
Overall, Lentil & Chickpea Tagine 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?
Kitchari has fewer calories: 74 kcal versus 105 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Kitchari has less sugar: 0.7 g versus 2.3 g per 100 g.