Sauce Bolognaise vs Bolognese Pasta Sauce
Overall, Bolognese Pasta Sauce has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Sauce Bolognaise | Bolognese Pasta Sauce |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 77 kcal | 39 kcal |
| Fat | 3.9 g | 0.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.7 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 4.2 g | 5.4 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 1 g | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 1.5 g |
| Additives | 3 | 0 |
| Allergens | Celery, Gluten, Milk | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Bolognese Pasta Sauce has 49% fewer calories (39 kcal vs 77 kcal).
- Bolognese Pasta Sauce has 82% less fat (0.7 g vs 3.9 g).
- Bolognese Pasta Sauce has 94% less saturated fat (0.1 g vs 1.7 g).
- Sauce Bolognaise has 22% less sugar (4.2 g vs 5.4 g).
- Bolognese Pasta Sauce has 41% more fiber (1.7 g vs 1 g).
- Sauce Bolognaise has 59% more protein (3.7 g vs 1.5 g).
- Bolognese Pasta Sauce has the better Nutri-Score.
- Bolognese Pasta Sauce is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Sauce Bolognaise lists: Celery, Gluten, Milk.
Ingredients
Sauce Bolognaise
Purée de tomates mi-réduite 25,7%, pulpe de tomates 25% (tomates, jus de tomates, acidifiant : acide citrique), eau, viande bovine cuite 13%, carottes 4,5%, oignons 4,5%, amidon modifié de maïs, sucre, huile de colza, sel, persil, acidifiant : acide lactique, arôme naturel, ail, poivre, romarin, laurier, thym. Peut contenir des traces de céréales contenant du gluten (blé), soja, céleri et lait.
Bolognese Pasta Sauce
Tomato (67%), partially reconstituted tomato purée (24%), lemon juice from concentrate, sugar, cornflour, onion, salt, herbs, onion powder, rapeseed oil, garlic purée,
FAQ
Which is healthier: Sauce Bolognaise or Bolognese Pasta Sauce?
Overall, Bolognese Pasta Sauce 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?
Bolognese Pasta Sauce has fewer calories: 39 kcal versus 77 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Sauce Bolognaise has less sugar: 4.2 g versus 5.4 g per 100 g.