Sauce Béchamel vs Béchamel
Overall, Béchamel has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Sauce Béchamel | Béchamel |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 3 | 3 |
| Calories | 111 kcal | 96 kcal |
| Fat | 6.9 g | 5.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.9 g | 3.3 g |
| Sugars | 5.1 g | 4.3 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3.5 g |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 3.5 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | Gluten, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Béchamel has 14% fewer calories (96 kcal vs 111 kcal).
- Béchamel has 26% less fat (5.1 g vs 6.9 g).
- Béchamel has 33% less saturated fat (3.3 g vs 4.9 g).
- Béchamel has 16% less sugar (4.3 g vs 5.1 g).
- Sauce Béchamel has 43% less salt (0.5 g vs 0.8 g).
- Béchamel has 80% more fiber (3.5 g vs 0.7 g).
Ingredients
Sauce Béchamel
Lait demi-écrémé 80,2%, farine de blé (gluten) 6,8%, beurre (lait) 6,4%, eau, sel de Guérande IGP 0,4%, muscade 0,02%, poivre de Cayenne.
Béchamel
Lait écrémé pasteurisé (origine France), farine de blé, beurre, sel ,poivre blanc, muscade.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Sauce Béchamel or Béchamel?
Overall, Béchamel 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?
Béchamel has fewer calories: 96 kcal versus 111 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Béchamel has less sugar: 4.3 g versus 5.1 g per 100 g.