Taco Shells vs Cheese Style Sauce
Overall, Taco Shells has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 9 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Taco Shells | Cheese Style Sauce |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 231 kcal | 411 kcal |
| Fat | 20.2 g | 43 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.3 g | 3.7 g |
| Sugars | 3.3 g | 4.6 g |
| Salt | 1 g | 1.8 g |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 0.9 g |
| Additives | 3 | 5 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Milk | Eggs, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Taco Shells has 44% fewer calories (231 kcal vs 411 kcal).
- Taco Shells has 53% less fat (20.2 g vs 43 g).
- Taco Shells has 11% less saturated fat (3.3 g vs 3.7 g).
- Taco Shells has 28% less sugar (3.3 g vs 4.6 g).
- Taco Shells has 43% less salt (1 g vs 1.8 g).
- Taco Shells has 95% more fiber (0.6 g vs 0 g).
- Taco Shells has 74% more protein (3.4 g vs 0.9 g).
- Taco Shells has the better Nutri-Score.
Ingredients
Taco Shells
Water, Rapeseed Oil, Sour Cream (8%), Mature White Cheddar Cheese (from Mi e near Modified Mate Starch (contains Glucose Syrup), Dried Skimmed Milk, Sugar, Whey Protein Concentrate (Whey Proter Fallon Milk Powder, Cream Powder (Mill), Salt, Dried Egg Yolk, Spices, Acidity Regulator (Lactic Acid), Garlic Purée, Stabiliser(Cantan Garlic Powder, Colour (Paprika Extract), Dried Red Pepper, Onion Powder, Preservative (Potassium Sorbate), Oregano, Died Chilles Typical Nutritional Information Allergy Advice See highlighted ingredients Suitable fo ntains:
Cheese Style Sauce
Rapsöl, Trinkwasser, Zucker, Essig (Weißwein, Branntwein/Weingeist), modifizierte Stärke, EIGELB, Speisesalz, 1% CHEDDARKÄSE, Säuerungsmittel (Milchsäure), Aromen (mit MILCH), Verdickungsmittel (Xanthan), Antioxidationsmittel (E385), Farbstoff (Carotin).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Taco Shells or Cheese Style Sauce?
Overall, Taco Shells 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?
Taco Shells has fewer calories: 231 kcal versus 411 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Taco Shells has less sugar: 3.3 g versus 4.6 g per 100 g.