Mexican Style Grains vs Growers Harvest Microwave Wholegrain Rice
Overall, Growers Harvest Microwave Wholegrain Rice has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mexican Style Grains | Growers Harvest Microwave Wh... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 154 kcal | 167 kcal |
| Fat | 2.6 g | 3 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Sugars | 4.3 g | 0.1 g |
| Salt | 1.2 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3.7 g | 5.9 g |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 3.7 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
- Mexican Style Grains has 13% less fat (2.6 g vs 3 g).
- Growers Harvest Microwave Wholegrain Rice has 98% less sugar (0.1 g vs 4.3 g).
- Growers Harvest Microwave Wholegrain Rice has 98% less salt (0 g vs 1.2 g).
- Growers Harvest Microwave Wholegrain Rice has 37% more fiber (5.9 g vs 3.7 g).
- Mexican Style Grains has 14% more protein (4.3 g vs 3.7 g).
- Growers Harvest Microwave Wholegrain Rice has the better Nutri-Score.
- Growers Harvest Microwave Wholegrain 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.
Growers Harvest Microwave Wholegrain Rice
Cooked Wholegrain Rice (97%) [Water, Brown Rice], Rapeseed Oil.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mexican Style Grains or Growers Harvest Microwave Wholegrain Rice?
Overall, Growers Harvest Microwave Wholegrain 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?
Mexican Style Grains has fewer calories: 154 kcal versus 167 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Growers Harvest Microwave Wholegrain Rice has less sugar: 0.1 g versus 4.3 g per 100 g.