Mexican Style Grains vs Brown Basmati Rice
Overall, Brown Basmati Rice 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 | Mexican Style Grains | Brown Basmati Rice |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 154 kcal | 134 kcal |
| Fat | 2.6 g | 1.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 0.2 g |
| Sugars | 4.3 g | 0.4 g |
| Salt | 1.2 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 3.7 g | 4.1 g |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 2.6 g |
| Additives | 3 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Brown Basmati Rice has 13% fewer calories (134 kcal vs 154 kcal).
- Brown Basmati Rice has 45% less fat (1.4 g vs 2.6 g).
- Brown Basmati Rice has 91% less sugar (0.4 g vs 4.3 g).
- Brown Basmati Rice has 91% less salt (0.1 g vs 1.2 g).
- Mexican Style Grains has 40% more protein (4.3 g vs 2.6 g).
- Brown Basmati Rice has the better Nutri-Score.
- Brown Basmati Rice is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Mexican Style Grains
50% Cooked Long Grain Rice (Water, Long Grain Rice), 17% Cooked Red Quinoa (Water, Red Quinoa), Sweetcom, 6% Adzuki Beans, Tomato Paste, BBQ Sauce (Sugar, Dried Glucose Syrup, Maize Starch, Smoked Paprika Powder, Tomato Powder, Burnt Sugar Powder, Yeast Extract, Salt, Smoked Salt, Ground Paprika, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid; Garlic Powder, Ground Black Pepper, Smoked Sugar Syrup, Paprika Extract, Chilli Powder), Rapeseed Oil, Red Pepper Paste (Red Pepper Purée, White Wine Vinegar, Rapeseed Oil, Salt), Salt, Chilli Powder, Onion Powder, Garlic Purée, Smoked Paprika Powder, Sugar, White Wine Vinegar, Chilli Flakes. Stabiliser: Guar Gum.
Brown Basmati Rice
Cooked Brown Basmati Rice, Vegetable Oil (Sunflower, Rapeseed), Salt
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mexican Style Grains or Brown Basmati Rice?
Overall, Brown Basmati 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?
Brown Basmati Rice has fewer calories: 134 kcal versus 154 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Brown Basmati Rice has less sugar: 0.4 g versus 4.3 g per 100 g.