Tortilla vs Flour tortillas
Overall, Tortilla has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Tortilla | Flour tortillas |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | d |
| NOVA group | — | 3 |
| Calories | 269 kcal | 282 kcal |
| Fat | 6.5 g | 10.3 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.2 g | 2.6 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 1 g | 1.4 g |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 2.6 g |
| Protein | 6.5 g | 5.1 g |
| Additives | 0 | 4 |
| Allergens | None listed | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Tortilla has 37% less fat (6.5 g vs 10.3 g).
- Flour tortillas has 21% less saturated fat (2.6 g vs 3.2 g).
- Tortilla has 30% less salt (1 g vs 1.4 g).
- Flour tortillas has 37% more fiber (2.6 g vs 1.6 g).
- Tortilla has 20% more protein (6.5 g vs 5.1 g).
- Tortilla has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Flour tortillas lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Tortilla
Not available.
Flour tortillas
Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Palm Oil, Processed Wheat as a Natural Preservative, Salt, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sorbic Acid and Calcium Propionate (Preservatives). Contains: Wheat. Refrigerate
FAQ
Which is healthier: Tortilla or Flour tortillas?
Overall, Tortilla 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?
Tortilla has fewer calories: 269 kcal versus 282 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Tortilla has less sugar: 0 g versus 0 g per 100 g.