Lime & coriander microwave rice vs Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice
Overall, Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Lime & coriander microwave rice
Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Lime & coriander microwave r... | Wholegrain spicy mexican sty... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 153 kcal | 162 kcal |
| Fat | 2.4 g | 2.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.9 g | 0.4 g |
| Sugars | 0.6 g | 2 g |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 0.3 g |
| Fiber | 2 g | 3.2 g |
| Protein | 3.5 g | 4.2 g |
| Additives | 1 | 2 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Lime & coriander microwave rice has 14% less fat (2.4 g vs 2.8 g).
- Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice has 56% less saturated fat (0.4 g vs 0.9 g).
- Lime & coriander microwave rice has 70% less sugar (0.6 g vs 2 g).
- Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice has 38% more fiber (3.2 g vs 2 g).
- Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice has 17% more protein (4.2 g vs 3.5 g).
- Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice has the better Nutri-Score.
Ingredients
Lime & coriander microwave rice
cooked basmati rice 91% (water, basmati rice), coconut cream 4%, vegetable oil (sunflower and/or rapeseed), coriander, lime leaves, lime zest, sugar, salt, stabiliser: guar gum, flavouring,
Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice
COOKED WHOLEGRAIN BROWN RICE (76%) (Water Wholegrain Brown Rice), SWEETCORN (6%), Tomato Purée, ADZUKI BEANS (4%), Red Pepper, Sunflower Oil, Sugar, GREEN JALAPEÑO CHILLI (1%), Yeast Extract Powder, Onion Powder, Cumin Powder, Lemon Juice, Flavouring: Tumeric Extract; Garlic Powder, Garlic Purée, Stabiliser. Guar Gum; Colour: Paprika Extract, Salt
FAQ
Which is healthier: Lime & coriander microwave rice or Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice?
Overall, Wholegrain spicy mexican style rice 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?
Lime & coriander microwave rice has fewer calories: 153 kcal versus 162 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Lime & coriander microwave rice has less sugar: 0.6 g versus 2 g per 100 g.