Thick Sliced Pepperoni vs Uncured Pepperoni
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Thick Sliced Pepperoni | Uncured Pepperoni |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 464 kcal | 500 kcal |
| Fat | 46.4 g | 46.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 17.9 g | 20 g |
| Sugars | 3.6 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 4.6 g | 4 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 21.4 g | 16.7 g |
| Additives | 4 | 0 |
| Allergens | Beef, Pork | Beef, Celery, Pork |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Thick Sliced Pepperoni has 11% less saturated fat (17.9 g vs 20 g).
- Uncured Pepperoni has no sugar, while Thick Sliced Pepperoni has 3.6 g.
- Uncured Pepperoni has 12% less salt (4 g vs 4.6 g).
- Thick Sliced Pepperoni has 22% more protein (21.4 g vs 16.7 g).
- Only Uncured Pepperoni lists: Celery.
Ingredients
Thick Sliced Pepperoni
pork, beef, salt, contains 2% or less of: dextrose, natural flavors extractives of paprika, lactic acid starter culture, dehydrated granulated garli sodium nitrite, bha, bht, citric acid
Uncured Pepperoni
PORK, BEEF, SALT, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF WATER, PAPRIKA, SUGAR, SPICES, CULTURED CELERY POWDER, SEA SALT, CHERRY POWDER, NATURAL FLAVORING, LACTIC ACID STARTER CULTURE.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Thick Sliced Pepperoni or Uncured Pepperoni?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. 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?
Thick Sliced Pepperoni has fewer calories: 464 kcal versus 500 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Uncured Pepperoni has less sugar: 0 g versus 3.6 g per 100 g.