Vegetable Minestrone vs Minestrone Soup
Overall, Vegetable Minestrone has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Vegetable Minestrone | Minestrone Soup |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | b |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 37 kcal | 32 kcal |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 1.8 g | 1.8 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 0.8 g |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 1 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | Celery, Eggs, Gluten, Milk | Celery, Eggs, Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Minestrone Soup has 15% fewer calories (32 kcal vs 37 kcal).
- Vegetable Minestrone has 39% more fiber (1.3 g vs 0.8 g).
- Vegetable Minestrone has 35% more protein (1.5 g vs 1 g).
- Vegetable Minestrone is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Vegetable Minestrone lists: Milk.
Ingredients
Vegetable Minestrone
water, carrots, italian whole peeled tomatoes (tomatoes, tomato juice), celery, crushed tomatoes, onions, enriched ditalini pasta (durum semolina [wheat], egg whites, niacin, ferrous sulfate, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), potatoes, zucchini, peas, green beans, corn starch, dark red kidney beans, sea salt, chickpeas, garlic, basil, potassium chloride, parmesan cheese (milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), fennel, parsley, black pepper, oregano, bay leaf,
Minestrone Soup
Water, Tomatoes (23%), Carrots (9%), Pasta Noodles (7%, Water, Durum Wheat Semolina, Egg White), Onions, Peas, Swede, Red Peppers, Potatoes, Haricot Beans, Cornflour, Modified Cornflour, Leeks, Salt, Flavouring (contains Celery, Celeriac), Yeast Extract, Herbs, Black Pepper.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Vegetable Minestrone or Minestrone Soup?
Overall, Vegetable Minestrone 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?
Minestrone Soup has fewer calories: 32 kcal versus 37 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Vegetable Minestrone has less sugar: 1.8 g versus 1.8 g per 100 g.