Pilchards vs Sardinillas
Overall, Pilchards has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Pilchards | Sardinillas |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | — |
| Calories | 132 kcal | 251 kcal |
| Fat | 6.9 g | 20 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.5 g | 4.3 g |
| Sugars | 1.6 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 1 g | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | — |
| Protein | 13.2 g | 17 g |
| Additives | 1 | 0 |
| Allergens | Fish | Fish |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Pilchards has 47% fewer calories (132 kcal vs 251 kcal).
- Pilchards has 66% less fat (6.9 g vs 20 g).
- Pilchards has 42% less saturated fat (2.5 g vs 4.3 g).
- Sardinillas has no sugar, while Pilchards has 1.6 g.
- Pilchards has 33% less salt (1 g vs 1.5 g).
- Sardinillas has 22% more protein (17 g vs 13.2 g).
- Pilchards has the better Nutri-Score.
Ingredients
Pilchards
Atlantic pilchards (Sardina Pilchardus) (Fish) (65%), Tomato sauce (34%) (Water, Tomato concentrate, Corn starch, Guar gum, Salt), Salt.
Sardinillas
Sardinas (pescado) (Sprattus sprattus), aceite de oliva 28,4%, sal, pimiento picante 0,6% Ingredients: Sardines (fish) (Sprattus sprattus), olive oil 28,4%, salt, chili pepper 0,6%. Ingrédients: Sardines (Sardinelles) (poisson) (Sprattus sprattus), huile d'olive 28,4%, sel, piment 0.6% Lote/
FAQ
Which is healthier: Pilchards or Sardinillas?
Overall, Pilchards 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?
Pilchards has fewer calories: 132 kcal versus 251 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Sardinillas has less sugar: 0 g versus 1.6 g per 100 g.