Comparison

Spaghetti Carbonara vs Spaghetti carbonara

Overall, Spaghetti carbonara has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 1.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientSpaghetti CarbonaraSpaghetti carbonara
Nutri-Score c b
NOVA group — 4
Calories 131 kcal 119 kcal
Fat 4.1 g 3.5 g
Saturated fat 2 g 1.7 g
Sugars 1.3 g 1.6 g
Salt 0.9 g 0.6 g
Fiber — 1 g
Protein 4.8 g 5.6 g
Additives03
AllergensNone listedGluten, Milk

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • Spaghetti carbonara has 15% less fat (3.5 g vs 4.1 g).
  • Spaghetti carbonara has 15% less saturated fat (1.7 g vs 2 g).
  • Spaghetti Carbonara has 19% less sugar (1.3 g vs 1.6 g).
  • Spaghetti carbonara has 36% less salt (0.6 g vs 0.9 g).
  • Spaghetti carbonara has 14% more protein (5.6 g vs 4.8 g).
  • Spaghetti carbonara has the better Nutri-Score.
  • Only Spaghetti carbonara lists: Gluten, Milk.

Ingredients

Spaghetti Carbonara

Not available.

Spaghetti carbonara

Cooked Pasta [Water, Durum _Wheat_ Semolina], Skimmed _Milk_, Water, Cooked Beechwood Smoked Streaky Bacon (7%) [Pork Belly, Salt, Preservative (Sodium Nitrite), Antioxidant (Sodium Ascorbate)], Mature Cheddar Cheese (_Milk_), Cornflour, Medium Fat Soft Cheese (_Milk_), Single Cream (_Milk_), Soured Cream (_Milk_), Garlic Purée, Pork Gelatine, Salt, Black Pepper.

FAQ

Which is healthier: Spaghetti Carbonara or Spaghetti carbonara?

Overall, Spaghetti carbonara 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?

Spaghetti carbonara has fewer calories: 119 kcal versus 131 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Spaghetti Carbonara has less sugar: 1.3 g versus 1.6 g per 100 g.

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