Mushroom soup vs Cream of Mushroom Soup
Overall, Cream of Mushroom Soup has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mushroom soup | Cream of Mushroom Soup |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 57 kcal | 53 kcal |
| Fat | 3.5 g | 2.9 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.8 g | 0.4 g |
| Sugars | 1 g | 2.1 g |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 1.3 g |
| Additives | 0 | 2 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | Gluten, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Cream of Mushroom Soup has 17% less fat (2.9 g vs 3.5 g).
- Cream of Mushroom Soup has 50% less saturated fat (0.4 g vs 0.8 g).
- Mushroom soup has 52% less sugar (1 g vs 2.1 g).
- Cream of Mushroom Soup has 31% more protein (1.3 g vs 0.9 g).
Ingredients
Mushroom soup
Water, Mushroom (7%), Modified Maize Starch, Rapeseed Oil, Double Cream (Cows' Milk), Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Whey Protein Concentrate (Cows' Milk), Flavourings (Barley), Salt, Mushroom Powder, White Pepper, Onion Powder
Cream of Mushroom Soup
water, mushroom (6%), dried skimmed milk, rapeseed oil, modified cornflour, cream (milk), wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), milk proteins, salt, yeast extracts, flavourings, sugar, stabilisers: polyphosphates, sodium phosphates,
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mushroom soup or Cream of Mushroom Soup?
Overall, Cream of Mushroom 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?
Cream of Mushroom Soup has fewer calories: 53 kcal versus 57 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Mushroom soup has less sugar: 1 g versus 2.1 g per 100 g.