Sweet piccalilli vs British Piccalilli
Overall, Sweet piccalilli has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Sweet piccalilli | British Piccalilli |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 65 kcal | 69 kcal |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 1.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 7.8 g | 7.5 g |
| Salt | 2.4 g | 4.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | — |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2.1 g |
| Additives | 1 | 3 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Mustard | Mustard, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Sweet piccalilli has 64% less fat (0.5 g vs 1.4 g).
- Sweet piccalilli has 43% less salt (2.4 g vs 4.1 g).
- British Piccalilli has 62% more protein (2.1 g vs 0.8 g).
- Sweet piccalilli has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Sweet piccalilli lists: Gluten.
- Only British Piccalilli lists: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Ingredients
Sweet piccalilli
Water, cauliflower (18%), silverskin onion (13%), sugar, gherkins (9%), barley malt vinegar, modified maize starch, salt, preservative (acetic acid), mustard flour, fortified wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), acid (acetic acid), turmeric, cayenne pepper, flavourings
British Piccalilli
Pickled Vegetables (55%) (Cauliflower, Gherkins, Silverskin Onions, Red Peppers, Water, Acidity Regulator: Acetic Acid, Salt, Firming Agent: E509, Preservative: E223 [Sulphites]), Mustard (21%) (Water, Mustard Seeds, Spirit Vinegar, Salt, Turmeric), Cider Vinegar, Raw Cane Sugar, Water, Sea Salt, Cornflour, Turmeric, Mustard Flour
FAQ
Which is healthier: Sweet piccalilli or British Piccalilli?
Overall, Sweet piccalilli 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?
Sweet piccalilli has fewer calories: 65 kcal versus 69 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
British Piccalilli has less sugar: 7.5 g versus 7.8 g per 100 g.