Minestrone vs Minestrone Soup
Overall, Minestrone Soup has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Minestrone | Minestrone Soup |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | b |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 47 kcal | 32 kcal |
| Fat | 0.9 g | 0.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 3.6 g | 1.8 g |
| Salt | 14 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 3.9 g | 0.8 g |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 1 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Celery, Eggs, Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Minestrone Soup has 31% fewer calories (32 kcal vs 47 kcal).
- Minestrone Soup has 78% less fat (0.2 g vs 0.9 g).
- Minestrone Soup has 50% less sugar (1.8 g vs 3.6 g).
- Minestrone Soup has 96% less salt (0.6 g vs 14 g).
- Minestrone has 79% more fiber (3.9 g vs 0.8 g).
- Minestrone has 29% more protein (1.4 g vs 1 g).
- Minestrone Soup has the better Nutri-Score.
- Minestrone is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Minestrone Soup lists: Celery, Eggs.
Ingredients
Minestrone
Water, Tomato (20%), Onion, Tomato Purée, Pinto Beans (4.5%), Potato (4%), Courgette (3%), Red Pepper (2.5%), Pasta (2.5%) (Durum Wheat Semolina, Water), Sugar, Rapeseed Oil, Cornflour, Salt, Basil, Garlic Purée, Oregano, Smoked Paprika, Black Pepper.
Minestrone Soup
Water, Tomatoes (23%), Carrots (9%), Pasta Noodles (7%, Water, Durum Wheat Semolina, Egg White), Onions, Peas, Swede, Red Peppers, Potatoes, Haricot Beans, Cornflour, Modified Cornflour, Leeks, Salt, Flavouring (contains Celery, Celeriac), Yeast Extract, Herbs, Black Pepper.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Minestrone or Minestrone Soup?
Overall, Minestrone Soup 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?
Minestrone Soup has fewer calories: 32 kcal versus 47 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Minestrone Soup has less sugar: 1.8 g versus 3.6 g per 100 g.