Lemon curd vs Tesco Finest Lemon Curd
Overall, Lemon curd has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Lemon curd | Tesco Finest Lemon Curd |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 310 kcal | 335 kcal |
| Fat | 5.1 g | 9.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.9 g | 5.9 g |
| Sugars | 51.5 g | 60 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0.2 g |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2.6 g |
| Additives | 5 | 1 |
| Allergens | Eggs | Eggs, Milk, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Lemon curd has 45% less fat (5.1 g vs 9.2 g).
- Lemon curd has 68% less saturated fat (1.9 g vs 5.9 g).
- Lemon curd has 14% less sugar (51.5 g vs 60 g).
- Tesco Finest Lemon Curd has 65% more protein (2.6 g vs 0.9 g).
- Only Tesco Finest Lemon Curd lists: Milk, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Ingredients
Lemon curd
Glucose-fructose syrup, sugar, water, lemon juice from concentrate 8 % (water, concentrated lemon juice), margarine (palm oil, rapeseed oil, water, palm stearn), maize starch, dried _egg_, citric acid, pectin, sodium chlorate, lemon oil, beta-carotene, lutein.
Tesco Finest Lemon Curd
Sugar (Sulphites), Pasteurised Whole Egg (22%), Concentrated Lemon Juice (Sulphites) (8%), Butter (Milk) (8%), Water, Gelling Agent (Agar), Salt, Lemon Oil. Allergy Advice For allergens, see ingredients in bold. Suitable for vegetarians
FAQ
Which is healthier: Lemon curd or Tesco Finest Lemon Curd?
Overall, Lemon curd 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 curd has fewer calories: 310 kcal versus 335 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Lemon curd has less sugar: 51.5 g versus 60 g per 100 g.