Mortadelle vs Bresaola
Overall, Bresaola has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mortadelle | Bresaola |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 271 kcal | 158 kcal |
| Fat | 23 g | 1.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 9.1 g | 0.5 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0.5 g |
| Salt | 2.1 g | 3.9 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | — |
| Protein | 16 g | 35 g |
| Additives | 2 | 2 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Bresaola has 42% fewer calories (158 kcal vs 271 kcal).
- Bresaola has 93% less fat (1.6 g vs 23 g).
- Bresaola has 95% less saturated fat (0.5 g vs 9.1 g).
- Mortadelle has no sugar, while Bresaola has 0.5 g.
- Mortadelle has 46% less salt (2.1 g vs 3.9 g).
- Bresaola has 54% more protein (35 g vs 16 g).
Ingredients
Mortadelle
viande de porc, tripes de porc sel, saccharose, aromes naturels, antioxydants: ascorbate de sodium; épices et plantes aromatiques, conservateurs: nitrite de sodium. Peut contenir pistaches.
Bresaola
Viande bovine, sel, dextrose, arômes naturels, conservateurs: nitrite de sodium, nitrate de potassium.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mortadelle or Bresaola?
Overall, Bresaola 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?
Bresaola has fewer calories: 158 kcal versus 271 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Mortadelle has less sugar: 0 g versus 0.5 g per 100 g.