Comparison

Metro Rolls Italian Style vs White Rolls

Overall, Metro Rolls Italian Style has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientMetro Rolls Italian StyleWhite Rolls
Nutri-Score c c
NOVA group 3 4
Calories 251 kcal 265 kcal
Fat 1.5 g 3.9 g
Saturated fat 0.5 g 0.8 g
Sugars 7.4 g 3 g
Salt 0.9 g 1 g
Fiber 2.7 g 2.4 g
Protein 8.4 g 9.7 g
Additives17
AllergensGlutenGluten, Soybeans

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • Metro Rolls Italian Style has 62% less fat (1.5 g vs 3.9 g).
  • Metro Rolls Italian Style has 38% less saturated fat (0.5 g vs 0.8 g).
  • White Rolls has 59% less sugar (3 g vs 7.4 g).
  • Metro Rolls Italian Style has 11% more fiber (2.7 g vs 2.4 g).
  • White Rolls has 13% more protein (9.7 g vs 8.4 g).
  • Metro Rolls Italian Style is less processed (lower NOVA group).
  • Only White Rolls lists: Soybeans.

Ingredients

Metro Rolls Italian Style

Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Semolina (Wheat), Sugar, Fermented Wheat Flour, Rapeseed Oil, Salt, Yeast, Palm Oil, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid.

White Rolls

wheat flour [with calcium, iron, niacin (b3) and thiamin (b1)], water, vegetable oil (rapeseed, sustainable palm), yeast, salt, sugar, emulsifiers: e472e, e471, e481, soya flour, gelling agent: e466, preservative: calcium propionate, flour treatment agents: ascorbic acid (vitamin c), e920 (vegetarian)

FAQ

Which is healthier: Metro Rolls Italian Style or White Rolls?

Overall, Metro Rolls Italian Style 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?

Metro Rolls Italian Style has fewer calories: 251 kcal versus 265 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

White Rolls has less sugar: 3 g versus 7.4 g per 100 g.

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