Red Pepper Houmous vs Houmous aux poivrons
Overall, Red Pepper Houmous has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Red Pepper Houmous | Houmous aux poivrons |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 235 kcal | 289 kcal |
| Fat | 18.7 g | 22.9 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.1 g | 1.6 g |
| Sugars | 2.6 g | 1.2 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 1.3 g |
| Fiber | 7.8 g | 3.1 g |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 5.4 g |
| Additives | 1 | 0 |
| Allergens | Sesame seeds | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Red Pepper Houmous has 19% fewer calories (235 kcal vs 289 kcal).
- Red Pepper Houmous has 18% less fat (18.7 g vs 22.9 g).
- Houmous aux poivrons has 24% less saturated fat (1.6 g vs 2.1 g).
- Houmous aux poivrons has 54% less sugar (1.2 g vs 2.6 g).
- Red Pepper Houmous has 43% less salt (0.7 g vs 1.3 g).
- Red Pepper Houmous has 60% more fiber (7.8 g vs 3.1 g).
- Red Pepper Houmous has the better Nutri-Score.
- Houmous aux poivrons is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Red Pepper Houmous lists: Sesame seeds.
Ingredients
Red Pepper Houmous
Cooked Chickpeas (Water, Chickpeas) Roasted Red Peppers (20%) Rapeseed Oil Tahini (Sesame Seed Paste) Water Red Chilli Purée Concentrated Lemon Juice Extra Virgin Olive Oil Sugar Salt Garlic Colour: Paprika Extract
Houmous aux poivrons
Pois chiches 64 % (pois chiches 75,5 %, eau, sel), huile de colza, poivrons confits 6 %, jus de citron concentré, concentré de tomate, sel, ail, épices, sucre,
FAQ
Which is healthier: Red Pepper Houmous or Houmous aux poivrons?
Overall, Red Pepper Houmous 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?
Red Pepper Houmous has fewer calories: 235 kcal versus 289 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Houmous aux poivrons has less sugar: 1.2 g versus 2.6 g per 100 g.