Merguez de poulet vs Merguez de volaille
Overall, Merguez de volaille has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Merguez de poulet | Merguez de volaille |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 266 kcal | 240 kcal |
| Fat | 22 g | 19 g |
| Saturated fat | 6.2 g | 7.6 g |
| Sugars | 1.8 g | 1.8 g |
| Salt | 2.6 g | 1.7 g |
| Fiber | — | 0.6 g |
| Protein | 14 g | 14 g |
| Additives | 6 | 6 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Merguez de volaille has 14% less fat (19 g vs 22 g).
- Merguez de poulet has 18% less saturated fat (6.2 g vs 7.6 g).
- Merguez de volaille has 35% less salt (1.7 g vs 2.6 g).
- Merguez de volaille has the better Nutri-Score.
Ingredients
Merguez de poulet
Viande de poulet 62% et peaux de poulet 27% (origine France), eau, sel, épices, Merguez de poulet lactose, dextrose, acidifiants : lactate de sodium et acétate de sodium, plantes aromatiques, colorants : carmin de cochenille et extrait de paprika, arômes naturels, sucre, antioxydant : ascorbate de sodium, boyau naturel de mouton.
Merguez de volaille
Viande de dinde 64% (dont 30% minimum de cuisse de dinde), gras de veau, eau, fécule de pomme de terre, sel, fibre de pois, sirop de glucose, dextrose, épices, betterave rouge, arômes naturels, plantes aromatiques, correcteur d'acidité : acétates de sodium, conservateur : lactate de potassium, antioxydant : ascorbate de sodium. Enveloppe végétale : eau, acidifiant : lactate de potassium, gélifiant : alginate de sodium, épaississants : gomme cellulosique, gomme guar.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Merguez de poulet or Merguez de volaille?
Overall, Merguez de volaille 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 volaille has fewer calories: 240 kcal versus 266 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Merguez de poulet has less sugar: 1.8 g versus 1.8 g per 100 g.