Tomato and mushroom pasta sauce vs Chunky Mushroom Pasta Sauce
Overall, Chunky Mushroom Pasta Sauce 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 | Tomato and mushroom pasta sa... | Chunky Mushroom Pasta Sauce |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 40 kcal | 39 kcal |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 0.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 4.5 g | 6.2 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 1.6 g |
| Additives | 1 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Chunky Mushroom Pasta Sauce has 84% less fat (0.1 g vs 0.5 g).
- Tomato and mushroom pasta sauce has 28% less sugar (4.5 g vs 6.2 g).
- Chunky Mushroom Pasta Sauce has 19% more protein (1.6 g vs 1.3 g).
- Chunky Mushroom Pasta Sauce has the better Nutri-Score.
Ingredients
Tomato and mushroom pasta sauce
Tomatoes (55%), Water, Mushrooms (11%), Tomato Purée (9%), Modified Maize Starch, Sugar, Onions (1%), Flavouring, Salt, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid; Basil, Garlic Purée, Oregano, Black Pepper
Chunky Mushroom Pasta Sauce
TOMATOES (53%), CONCENTRATED TOMATO PURÉE (21%), MUSHROOMS (12%), Water, ONION (4%) Sugar, Onion Powder, Modified Maize Starch, Salt, BASIL (0.5%), Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid, Flavouring Herbs, Garlic Powder.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Tomato and mushroom pasta sauce or Chunky Mushroom Pasta Sauce?
Overall, Chunky Mushroom 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?
Chunky Mushroom Pasta Sauce has fewer calories: 39 kcal versus 40 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Tomato and mushroom pasta sauce has less sugar: 4.5 g versus 6.2 g per 100 g.