Comparison

Pepperoni vs American pepperoni

Overall, American pepperoni has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 2 of our comparison points versus 1.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientPepperoniAmerican pepperoni
Nutri-Score d d
NOVA group — 4
Calories 283 kcal 256 kcal
Fat 13.1 g 8.6 g
Saturated fat 5.7 g 3.5 g
Sugars 3.7 g 3.5 g
Salt 1.9 g 2.3 g
Fiber — 2.3 g
Protein 12.1 g 12 g
Additives05
AllergensNone listedGluten, Milk, Pork

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • American pepperoni has 35% less fat (8.6 g vs 13.1 g).
  • American pepperoni has 38% less saturated fat (3.5 g vs 5.7 g).
  • Pepperoni has 16% less salt (1.9 g vs 2.3 g).
  • Only American pepperoni lists: Gluten, Milk, Pork.

Ingredients

Pepperoni

Queijo mozzarella Salame pepperoni Molho de tomate especiarias

American pepperoni

FORTIFIED WHEAT FLOUR (_wheat_ flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), tomatoes (20%), mozzarella cheese (_milk_) (19%), PEPPERONI (10%) (pork, pork fat, preservative salt and sodium nitrite, dextrose, caraway, garlic, rosemary extract, anise, paprika, paprika extract, antioxidant sodium ascorbate, ginger extract, pepper extract, pepper extract), tomato purée, water, rapeseed oil, _wheat_ semolina, yeast, salt, sugar, oregano, black pepper, basil, white pepper, flour treatment agent ascorbic acid.

FAQ

Which is healthier: Pepperoni or American pepperoni?

Overall, American pepperoni 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?

American pepperoni has fewer calories: 256 kcal versus 283 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

American pepperoni has less sugar: 3.5 g versus 3.7 g per 100 g.

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