Spicy Marinara Sauce vs Marinara Pasta Sauce
Overall, Marinara Pasta Sauce has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Spicy Marinara Sauce | Marinara Pasta Sauce |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | a |
| NOVA group | 3 | 3 |
| Calories | 53 kcal | 40 kcal |
| Fat | 3.1 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 3.5 g | 4.8 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 1 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | — |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 1.6 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Marinara Pasta Sauce has 24% fewer calories (40 kcal vs 53 kcal).
- Marinara Pasta Sauce has no fat, while Spicy Marinara Sauce has 3.1 g.
- Spicy Marinara Sauce has 27% less sugar (3.5 g vs 4.8 g).
- Spicy Marinara Sauce has 33% less salt (0.7 g vs 1 g).
- Marinara Pasta Sauce has the better Nutri-Score.
Ingredients
Spicy Marinara Sauce
Plum tomatoes, tomato puree (water, tomato paste), olive oil, onions, salt, fresh garlic, crushed red pepper, black pepper, basil, oregano.
Marinara Pasta Sauce
ORGANIC TOMATO PUREE (WATER, ORGANIC TOMATO PASTE, CITRIC ACID), ORGANIC ONIONS, SEA SALT, ORGANIC DRIED GARLIC, ORGANIC SPICES, CITRIC ACID
FAQ
Which is healthier: Spicy Marinara Sauce or Marinara Pasta Sauce?
Overall, Marinara 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?
Marinara Pasta Sauce has fewer calories: 40 kcal versus 53 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Spicy Marinara Sauce has less sugar: 3.5 g versus 4.8 g per 100 g.