Mild Salsa vs Red pepper and tomato salsa
Overall, Red pepper and tomato salsa 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 | Mild Salsa | Red pepper and tomato salsa |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 35 kcal | 56 kcal |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 4.8 g | 9.8 g |
| Salt | 1.5 g | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 2.6 g |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 1.8 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Mild Salsa has 38% fewer calories (35 kcal vs 56 kcal).
- Mild Salsa has 52% less sugar (4.8 g vs 9.8 g).
- Red pepper and tomato salsa has 75% less salt (0.4 g vs 1.5 g).
- Red pepper and tomato salsa has 71% more fiber (2.6 g vs 0.8 g).
- Red pepper and tomato salsa has 17% more protein (1.8 g vs 1.5 g).
- Red pepper and tomato salsa has the better Nutri-Score.
- Red pepper and tomato salsa is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Mild Salsa
Tomato purée, 49%, Chopped tomatoes, 19%, Onion, 14%, Peppers, 10%, Jalapeño peppers, 2%, Spirit vinegar, Salt, Modified maize starch, Sugar, Coriander, Dried Garlic, Capsicum extract
Red pepper and tomato salsa
Tomato (40%), Roasted Red Pepper (17%), Onion (13%), Tomato Purée, Water, Demerara Sugar, Lime Juice from Concentrate, Garlic, Salt, Smoked Paprika, Chipotle Chilli Powder, Cumin, Cinnamon.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mild Salsa or Red pepper and tomato salsa?
Overall, Red pepper and tomato salsa 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?
Mild Salsa has fewer calories: 35 kcal versus 56 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Mild Salsa has less sugar: 4.8 g versus 9.8 g per 100 g.