Lemon couscous vs Mediterranean Cous Cous with dehydrated vegetables
Overall, Mediterranean Cous Cous with dehydrated vegetables has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 4.
Lemon couscous
Mediterranean Cous Cous with dehydrated vegetables
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Lemon couscous | Mediterranean Cous Cous with... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 139 kcal | 360 kcal |
| Fat | 0.7 g | 3.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 0.8 g |
| Sugars | 1.4 g | 5 g |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 4.6 g |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 15 g |
| Additives | 1 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Gluten, Sesame seeds |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Lemon couscous has 61% fewer calories (139 kcal vs 360 kcal).
- Lemon couscous has 79% less fat (0.7 g vs 3.4 g).
- Lemon couscous has 75% less saturated fat (0.2 g vs 0.8 g).
- Lemon couscous has 72% less sugar (1.4 g vs 5 g).
- Mediterranean Cous Cous with dehydrated vegetables has 59% more fiber (4.6 g vs 1.9 g).
- Mediterranean Cous Cous with dehydrated vegetables has 68% more protein (15 g vs 4.8 g).
- Mediterranean Cous Cous with dehydrated vegetables has the better Nutri-Score.
- Mediterranean Cous Cous with dehydrated vegetables is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Mediterranean Cous Cous with dehydrated vegetables lists: Sesame seeds.
Ingredients
Lemon couscous
Dried Couscous (93%), (Durum _Wheat_ Semolina), Maltodextrin, Flavourings, Sugar, Salt, Dried Coriander, Ground Coriander, Palm Oil, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Acid (Citric Acid), Concentrated Lemon Juice Powder, Ground Turmeric, Dried Parsley
Mediterranean Cous Cous with dehydrated vegetables
Cous cous (wheat semolina] (88%), tomato, black olives (1.7%), garlic (1.5%), zucchini (1%), sesame seeds, black pepper, oregano, chives (0.2%).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Lemon couscous or Mediterranean Cous Cous with dehydrated vegetables?
Overall, Mediterranean Cous Cous with dehydrated vegetables 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?
Lemon couscous has fewer calories: 139 kcal versus 360 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Lemon couscous has less sugar: 1.4 g versus 5 g per 100 g.