Spaghetti à la Bolognaise vs Spaghetti carbonara
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Spaghetti à la Bolognaise | Spaghetti carbonara |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 161 kcal | 142 kcal |
| Fat | 8.1 g | 6.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 3.9 g |
| Sugars | 1 g | 1.1 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.9 g |
| Fiber | — | 0.5 g |
| Protein | 5.8 g | 4.8 g |
| Additives | 2 | 4 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten, Milk | Gluten, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Spaghetti carbonara has 12% fewer calories (142 kcal vs 161 kcal).
- Spaghetti carbonara has 17% less fat (6.7 g vs 8.1 g).
- Spaghetti à la Bolognaise has 33% less saturated fat (2.6 g vs 3.9 g).
- Spaghetti à la Bolognaise has 17% more protein (5.8 g vs 4.8 g).
- Only Spaghetti à la Bolognaise lists: Eggs.
Ingredients
Spaghetti à la Bolognaise
Spaghetti cuits 44,4% (eau, semoule de blé dur), tomates 24,8% (tomates pelées concassées et jus de tomates), viande de bœuf 8,9% (origine : France), préparation à base de viande de bœuf [viande de bœuf 7,3% (origine : France), sel], oignons, concentré de tomates 4%, huile de colza, eau, sucre, sel, amidon transformé de maïs, arôme naturel, purée d'ail, basilic, épaississant : gomme xanthane, thym, poivre.
Spaghetti carbonara
Salsa carbonara (54%): agua, nata, mezcla de quesos (queso duro y queso emmental), cebolla, almidón de arroz, sal, aroma natural, gelatina, perejil, nuez moscada y pimienta blanca; Pasta cocida (39%): agua, sémola de trigo, aceite de girasol, espesante (goma xantana); Bacon (7%): panceta de cerdo, agua, sal, dextrosa, especias, antioxidante (ascorbato sódico) y conservador (nitrito sódico). ALÉRGENOS: Gluten, leche y derivados. Contiene trazas de huevo.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Spaghetti à la Bolognaise or Spaghetti carbonara?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. 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?
Spaghetti carbonara has fewer calories: 142 kcal versus 161 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Spaghetti à la Bolognaise has less sugar: 1 g versus 1.1 g per 100 g.