Moroccan medley cous cous vs Couscous de sarrasin
Overall, Couscous de sarrasin has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Moroccan medley cous cous | Couscous de sarrasin |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 137 kcal | 370 kcal |
| Fat | 1.5 g | 2.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Sugars | 4.3 g | 0.9 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2 g | 4.4 g |
| Protein | 5 g | 9.7 g |
| Additives | 3 | 0 |
| Allergens | Apple, Celery, Gluten, Milk, Soybeans | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Moroccan medley cous cous has 63% fewer calories (137 kcal vs 370 kcal).
- Moroccan medley cous cous has 38% less fat (1.5 g vs 2.5 g).
- Couscous de sarrasin has 79% less sugar (0.9 g vs 4.3 g).
- Couscous de sarrasin has no salt, while Moroccan medley cous cous has 0.5 g.
- Couscous de sarrasin has 55% more fiber (4.4 g vs 2 g).
- Couscous de sarrasin has 48% more protein (9.7 g vs 5 g).
- Couscous de sarrasin has the better Nutri-Score.
- Couscous de sarrasin is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Moroccan medley cous cous lists: Apple, Celery, Gluten, Milk, Soybeans.
Ingredients
Moroccan medley cous cous
COUSCOUS (82%) (Durum Wheat Semolina), TOMATO POWDER (2.5%), Sugar, SUNFLOWER SEEDS (2%), APPLE (2%), Glucose Syrup, TOMATO (1.5%), Onion Powder, Yeast Extract, Salt, Rapeseed Oil and/or Sunflower Oil, Cumin, Lemon Juice Powder, Spinach Powder, Spearmint, Flavourings, Turmeric, Garlic Powder, Coriander, Barley Malt Extract Powder, Chilli Powder, Whey (Milk), Celery Seeds, Emulsifier: Lecithins (Soya); Antioxidants: Citric Acid, Ascorbic Acid.
Couscous de sarrasin
Farine de Sarrasin
FAQ
Which is healthier: Moroccan medley cous cous or Couscous de sarrasin?
Overall, Couscous de sarrasin 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?
Moroccan medley cous cous has fewer calories: 137 kcal versus 370 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Couscous de sarrasin has less sugar: 0.9 g versus 4.3 g per 100 g.