Sauce Béchamel vs Bechamel
Overall, Sauce Béchamel has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Sauce Béchamel | Bechamel |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | d |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 111 kcal | 153 kcal |
| Fat | 6.9 g | 11 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.9 g | 8 g |
| Sugars | 5.1 g | 4 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 0.8 g |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 3 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | Milk, LEITE |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Sauce Béchamel has 27% fewer calories (111 kcal vs 153 kcal).
- Sauce Béchamel has 37% less fat (6.9 g vs 11 g).
- Sauce Béchamel has 39% less saturated fat (4.9 g vs 8 g).
- Bechamel has 22% less sugar (4 g vs 5.1 g).
- Sauce Béchamel has 44% less salt (0.5 g vs 0.8 g).
- Sauce Béchamel has the better Nutri-Score.
- Sauce Béchamel is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Sauce Béchamel lists: Gluten.
- Only Bechamel lists: LEITE.
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.
Bechamel
LEITE gordo, NATA, farinha de milho, amido modificado de tapioca, sal e enzima (lactase).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Sauce Béchamel or Bechamel?
Overall, Sauce 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?
Sauce Béchamel has fewer calories: 111 kcal versus 153 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Bechamel has less sugar: 4 g versus 5.1 g per 100 g.