Turco vs TostaRica
Overall, TostaRica has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Turco | TostaRica |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 471 kcal | 479 kcal |
| Fat | 19.5 g | 15 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.7 g | 1.5 g |
| Sugars | 17.2 g | 20 g |
| Salt | 1.3 g | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 6 g | 2.9 g |
| Protein | 8.3 g | 7.5 g |
| Additives | 4 | 6 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten, Milk | Gluten, Milk, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- TostaRica has 23% less fat (15 g vs 19.5 g).
- TostaRica has 68% less saturated fat (1.5 g vs 4.7 g).
- Turco has 14% less sugar (17.2 g vs 20 g).
- TostaRica has 48% less salt (0.7 g vs 1.3 g).
- Turco has 52% more fiber (6 g vs 2.9 g).
- Only Turco lists: Eggs.
- Only TostaRica lists: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Ingredients
Turco
Farina di grano tenero tipo 2 ( 46%), farina di grano tenero integrale (20%), olio di girasole alto oleico (14%), zucchero, burro, estratto di malto d'orzo e mais, uova fresche ( 2.5%), latte scremato in polvere, inulina (2%), agenti lievitanti (carbonato acido di sodio, carbonato acido di ammonio), sale marino integrale (0.5%), lecitina di girasole, aromi
TostaRica
Harina de _trigo_ 68%, azúcar, aceite de girasol alto oleico 14%, suero lácteo en polvo, jarabe de glucosa y fructosa, emulgente (lecitina), sal, gasificantes (carbonatos de amonio, carbonatos de sodio), colorante (E150d (_sulfitos_)), aromas (_leche_), vitaminas (A, D, tiamina (B1), riboflavina (B2), niacina (B3), B6), sales minerales (hierro elemental, carbonato de calcio), agente de tratamiento de harina (_metabisulfito_ sódico).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Turco or TostaRica?
Overall, TostaRica 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?
Turco has fewer calories: 471 kcal versus 479 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Turco has less sugar: 17.2 g versus 20 g per 100 g.