Mint Sauce vs Tesco Mint Sauce 180G
Overall, Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mint Sauce | Tesco Mint Sauce 180G |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 91 kcal | 76 kcal |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.2 g |
| Sugars | 18.3 g | 13.6 g |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 2.4 g |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 1.6 g |
| Additives | 5 | 1 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Sulphur dioxide and sulphites |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has 16% fewer calories (76 kcal vs 91 kcal).
- Mint Sauce has 60% less fat (0.2 g vs 0.5 g).
- Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has 26% less sugar (13.6 g vs 18.3 g).
- Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has 61% less salt (0.7 g vs 1.7 g).
- Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Mint Sauce lists: Gluten.
- Only Tesco Mint Sauce 180G lists: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Ingredients
Mint Sauce
Reconstituted dried mint (49%), spirit vinegar, sugar, barley malt vinegar, salt, stabiliser (xanthan gum), flavouring, colours (chlorophyll, riboflavin).
Tesco Mint Sauce 180G
reconstituted mint (49%), white wine vinegar (sulphites), sugar (sulphites), water, balsamic vinegar (wine vinegar, grape must), stabiliser (xanthan gum), salt, colour (copper complexes of chlorophyllin complex), flavouring.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mint Sauce or Tesco Mint Sauce 180G?
Overall, Tesco Mint Sauce 180G 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?
Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has fewer calories: 76 kcal versus 91 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Tesco Mint Sauce 180G has less sugar: 13.6 g versus 18.3 g per 100 g.