Minestrone Soup vs Minestrone with Croutons
Overall, Minestrone Soup has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Minestrone Soup | Minestrone with Croutons |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 32 kcal | 35 kcal |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.3 g |
| Sugars | 1.8 g | 1.6 g |
| Salt | 0.6 g | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 0.5 g |
| Protein | 1 g | 0.6 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | Celery, Eggs, Gluten | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Minestrone Soup has 71% less fat (0.2 g vs 0.7 g).
- Minestrone Soup has no saturated fat, while Minestrone with Croutons has 0.3 g.
- Minestrone Soup has 38% more fiber (0.8 g vs 0.5 g).
- Minestrone Soup has 40% more protein (1 g vs 0.6 g).
- Only Minestrone Soup lists: Celery, Eggs.
Ingredients
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.
Minestrone with Croutons
Water, Tomatoes (22%), Vegetables (6%) (Carrot, Onion, Peas, Leek), Ring Noodles (2.5%) (Water, Wheat Flour, Salt), Potato Starch, Maize Starch, Croutons (1.5%) (Wheat Flour (with added Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Palm Oil, Salt, Yeast, Antioxidant (Rosemary Extracts)), Glucose Syrup, Sugar, Salt, Flavourings, Parsley
FAQ
Which is healthier: Minestrone Soup or Minestrone with Croutons?
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 35 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Minestrone with Croutons has less sugar: 1.6 g versus 1.8 g per 100 g.