Sunflower seed spread vs Refined Sunflower Oil
Overall, Refined Sunflower Oil 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 | Sunflower seed spread | Refined Sunflower Oil |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | c |
| NOVA group | 3 | 2 |
| Calories | 656 kcal | 900 kcal |
| Fat | 53.1 g | 100 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.7 g | 13 g |
| Sugars | 9.4 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 0.6 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 6.3 g | — |
| Protein | 25 g | 0 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
- Sunflower seed spread has 27% fewer calories (656 kcal vs 900 kcal).
- Sunflower seed spread has 47% less fat (53.1 g vs 100 g).
- Sunflower seed spread has 64% less saturated fat (4.7 g vs 13 g).
- Refined Sunflower Oil has no sugar, while Sunflower seed spread has 9.4 g.
- Refined Sunflower Oil has no salt, while Sunflower seed spread has 0.6 g.
- Sunflower seed spread has 100% more protein (25 g vs 0 g).
- Refined Sunflower Oil has the better Nutri-Score.
- Refined Sunflower Oil is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Sunflower seed spread
Sunflower seeds, evaporated cane syrup (milled cane sugar), salt.
Refined Sunflower Oil
REFINED SUNFLOWER OIL, ANTIOXIDANT (INS 319), VITAMS (A & D). REFINED SUNFLOWER OIL FREE FROM ARGEN NE
FAQ
Which is healthier: Sunflower seed spread or Refined Sunflower Oil?
Overall, Refined Sunflower Oil 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?
Sunflower seed spread has fewer calories: 656 kcal versus 900 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Refined Sunflower Oil has less sugar: 0 g versus 9.4 g per 100 g.