Vegetable Minestrone vs Minestrone with Croutons
Overall, Vegetable Minestrone has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Vegetable Minestrone | Minestrone with Croutons |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | b |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 37 kcal | 35 kcal |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.3 g |
| Sugars | 1.8 g | 1.6 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 0.5 g |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 0.6 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | Celery, Eggs, Gluten, Milk | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Vegetable Minestrone has 69% less fat (0.2 g vs 0.7 g).
- Vegetable Minestrone has no saturated fat, while Minestrone with Croutons has 0.3 g.
- Vegetable Minestrone has 62% more fiber (1.3 g vs 0.5 g).
- Vegetable Minestrone has 61% more protein (1.5 g vs 0.6 g).
- Vegetable Minestrone is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Vegetable Minestrone lists: Celery, Eggs, 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 with Croutons
Water, Tomatoes (22%), Vegetables (6%) (Carrot, Onion, Peas, Leek), Ring Noodles (2.5%) (Water, Wheat Flour, Salt), Potato Starch, Maize Starch, Croutons (1.5%) (Wheat Flour (with added Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Palm Oil, Salt, Yeast, Antioxidant (Rosemary Extracts)), Glucose Syrup, Sugar, Salt, Flavourings, Parsley
FAQ
Which is healthier: Vegetable Minestrone or Minestrone with Croutons?
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 with Croutons has fewer calories: 35 kcal versus 37 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Minestrone with Croutons has less sugar: 1.6 g versus 1.8 g per 100 g.