Meatballs vs Irish Beef and pork Meatballs
Overall, Irish Beef and pork Meatballs has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Meatballs | Irish Beef and pork Meatball... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 286 kcal | 201 kcal |
| Fat | 22 g | 12 g |
| Saturated fat | 7.8 g | 5.4 g |
| Sugars | 1.4 g | 1.7 g |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | — | 1.6 g |
| Protein | 14 g | 17 g |
| Additives | 0 | 3 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten, Mustard, Pork | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Irish Beef and pork Meatballs has 30% fewer calories (201 kcal vs 286 kcal).
- Irish Beef and pork Meatballs has 45% less fat (12 g vs 22 g).
- Irish Beef and pork Meatballs has 31% less saturated fat (5.4 g vs 7.8 g).
- Meatballs has 18% less sugar (1.4 g vs 1.7 g).
- Irish Beef and pork Meatballs has 63% less salt (0.6 g vs 1.7 g).
- Irish Beef and pork Meatballs has 18% more protein (17 g vs 14 g).
- Irish Beef and pork Meatballs has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Meatballs lists: Eggs, Gluten, Mustard, Pork.
Ingredients
Meatballs
pork (81%), onion (6%), pasteurised _egg_ white, breadcrumbs (5%) (_wheat_ flour, water, salt, yeast), mustard (water, _mustard_ seed, white wine vinegar, salt, spice extracts), salt, pepper, dextrose, coriander, garlic, rapeseed oil, nutmeg, parsley, ginger, citrus extract, ginger extract, nutmeg extract, pepper extract, coriander extract
Irish Beef and pork Meatballs
Irish Beef (44%), Irish Pork (44%), Water, Seasoning (5%) Typical values a [Rice Flour, Sea Salt, Water, White Pepper, Black Pepper, Salt, Preservative: Sodium Sulphite; Dextrose, Vegetable Fibre, Emulsifier: Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids; Caramelised Sugar Syrup, Colour: Paprika Extract]. ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens, see ingredients in bold. COOKING INSTRUCTIONS: Cooking times will vary with appliances, the following are guidelines only. Remove all packaging. 15 mins. PAN FRY: Preheat 5ml of oil in a pan over a Energy Fat of which satu Carbohydrate of which sug Fibre Protein MEDIUM heat.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Meatballs or Irish Beef and pork Meatballs?
Overall, Irish Beef and pork Meatballs 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?
Irish Beef and pork Meatballs has fewer calories: 201 kcal versus 286 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Meatballs has less sugar: 1.4 g versus 1.7 g per 100 g.