Plant-based sausage vs Plant-based merguez
Overall, Plant-based merguez has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Plant-based sausage | Plant-based merguez |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 235 kcal | 254 kcal |
| Fat | 19 g | 12 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g | 1.4 g |
| Sugars | 1.5 g | 1.6 g |
| Salt | 1.6 g | 1.6 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 2.8 g |
| Protein | 9 g | 29 g |
| Additives | 2 | 1 |
| Allergens | Sulphur dioxide and sulphites | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Plant-based merguez has 37% less fat (12 g vs 19 g).
- Plant-based merguez has 46% more fiber (2.8 g vs 1.5 g).
- Plant-based merguez has 69% more protein (29 g vs 9 g).
- Plant-based sausage has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Plant-based sausage lists: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
- Only Plant-based merguez lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Plant-based sausage
eau, huile de colza, protéine de pomme de terre (contient _SULFITES_), protéines de pois, épaississants: carraghénane, méthylcellulose, Algue Eucheuma traitée, farine de graines de caroube et konjac, extrait d'épice, sel de cuisine iodé, condiment, épices, amidon, farine de graines de lin, enzymes.
Plant-based merguez
Seitan cuit 72% (eau, seitan [proteines de blé]*), oignons, huile de tournesol*, paprika*, épices*, piment*, extrait de levure*, sel de cuisine (sel gemme), épaississants: agar-agar*, farine de graines de carou - be* et gomme guar". Peut contenir: soja, moutarde, céleri.* de l'agricul - ture biologique.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Plant-based sausage or Plant-based merguez?
Overall, Plant-based merguez 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?
Plant-based sausage has fewer calories: 235 kcal versus 254 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Plant-based sausage has less sugar: 1.5 g versus 1.6 g per 100 g.