Merguez vs Merguez de boeuf
Overall, Merguez de boeuf has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Merguez | Merguez de boeuf |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 304 kcal | 207 kcal |
| Fat | 26 g | 15 g |
| Saturated fat | 14 g | 5.1 g |
| Sugars | 1.9 g | 1.7 g |
| Salt | 1.9 g | 2.1 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | — |
| Protein | 15 g | 15.6 g |
| Additives | 1 | 5 |
| Allergens | Milk | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Merguez de boeuf has 32% fewer calories (207 kcal vs 304 kcal).
- Merguez de boeuf has 42% less fat (15 g vs 26 g).
- Merguez de boeuf has 63% less saturated fat (5.1 g vs 14 g).
- Merguez de boeuf has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Merguez lists: Milk.
Ingredients
Merguez
viande bovine* 85% (France) - eau - sel - gras bovin* (France) - épices* - _lactose_* - dextrose* - arômes naturels - antioxydant : acide ascorbique - menus de mouton. * issus de l'agriculture biologique.
Merguez de boeuf
Maigre et gras de bœuf halal 85% (origine : UE), eau, acidifiants : E326, E262 et E331, sel, épices et plantes aromatiques, dextrose, épice (paprika), extrait de betterave rouge, saccharose, arômes naturels, tomate, antioxydants : E300 et E301.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Merguez or Merguez de boeuf?
Overall, Merguez de boeuf 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?
Merguez de boeuf has fewer calories: 207 kcal versus 304 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Merguez de boeuf has less sugar: 1.7 g versus 1.9 g per 100 g.