Sauerkraut vs Thüringen Schlachtekraut
Overall, Sauerkraut has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 4.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Sauerkraut | Thüringen Schlachtekraut |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | a |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 27 kcal | 43 kcal |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 1.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.7 g |
| Sugars | 1.3 g | 2.7 g |
| Salt | 1 g | 1.1 g |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 1.9 g |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 1.7 g |
| Additives | 0 | 4 |
| Allergens | None listed | Milk, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Sauerkraut has 37% fewer calories (27 kcal vs 43 kcal).
- Sauerkraut has 69% less fat (0.5 g vs 1.6 g).
- Sauerkraut has 86% less saturated fat (0.1 g vs 0.7 g).
- Sauerkraut has 52% less sugar (1.3 g vs 2.7 g).
- Thüringen Schlachtekraut has 33% more fiber (1.9 g vs 1.3 g).
- Thüringen Schlachtekraut has 18% more protein (1.7 g vs 1.4 g).
- Thüringen Schlachtekraut has the better Nutri-Score.
- Sauerkraut is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Thüringen Schlachtekraut lists: Milk, Soybeans.
Ingredients
Sauerkraut
Weißkohl, 2% Weißwein, Speisesalz.
Thüringen Schlachtekraut
92% Sauerkraut (Weißkohl, Speisesalz), 2,3% Griebenschmalz (Schweinespeck, Flomen), Zucker, Aromen (enthält _Lactose_, _Soja_), Stärke, 1,0% geräucherte Schinkenwürfel (Schweinefleisch, Speisesalz, Glukosesirup, Antioxidationsmittel: Natriumascorbat, Stabilisator: Diphosphate, Konservierungstof: Natriumnitrit, Rauch), Antioxidationsmittel: Ascorbinsäure, Karottenwürfel, Gewürze.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Sauerkraut or Thüringen Schlachtekraut?
Overall, Sauerkraut 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?
Sauerkraut has fewer calories: 27 kcal versus 43 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Sauerkraut has less sugar: 1.3 g versus 2.7 g per 100 g.