Mexican Style Grains vs Microwave Pilau Rice
Overall, Microwave Pilau Rice has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mexican Style Grains | Microwave Pilau Rice |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 154 kcal | 151 kcal |
| Fat | 2.6 g | 2.3 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 0.2 g |
| Sugars | 4.3 g | 0.6 g |
| Salt | 1.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Fiber | 3.7 g | 2.2 g |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 3.4 g |
| Additives | 3 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Microwave Pilau Rice has 12% less fat (2.3 g vs 2.6 g).
- Microwave Pilau Rice has 86% less sugar (0.6 g vs 4.3 g).
- Microwave Pilau Rice has 73% less salt (0.3 g vs 1.2 g).
- Mexican Style Grains has 41% more fiber (3.7 g vs 2.2 g).
- Mexican Style Grains has 21% more protein (4.3 g vs 3.4 g).
- Microwave Pilau Rice has the better Nutri-Score.
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.
Microwave Pilau Rice
Cooked Long Grain Rice (89%) [Water, Long Grain Rice Onion (7%), Rapeseed Oil, Salt, Turmeric Extract, Cumin Seed, Flavouring, Black Pepper, Cinnamon.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mexican Style Grains or Microwave Pilau Rice?
Overall, Microwave Pilau 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?
Microwave Pilau Rice has fewer calories: 151 kcal versus 154 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Microwave Pilau Rice has less sugar: 0.6 g versus 4.3 g per 100 g.