Véritable Merguez vs Merguez de boeuf
Overall, Merguez de boeuf has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Véritable Merguez | Merguez de boeuf |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 258 kcal | 207 kcal |
| Fat | 21.2 g | 15 g |
| Saturated fat | 9.6 g | 5.1 g |
| Sugars | 1.2 g | 1.7 g |
| Salt | 2.3 g | 2.1 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | — |
| Protein | 15.7 g | 15.6 g |
| Additives | 4 | 5 |
| Allergens | Milk | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Merguez de boeuf has 20% fewer calories (207 kcal vs 258 kcal).
- Merguez de boeuf has 29% less fat (15 g vs 21.2 g).
- Merguez de boeuf has 47% less saturated fat (5.1 g vs 9.6 g).
- Véritable Merguez has 31% less sugar (1.2 g vs 1.7 g).
- Merguez de boeuf has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Véritable Merguez lists: Milk.
Ingredients
Véritable Merguez
Viande de bœuf 85 %, eau, sel, sucre : LACTOSE, épices et plantes aromatiques, acidifiants E331, E262, arômes naturels antioxydants E300, E301, colorant E120, ferments. Enveloppe boyau naturel de mouton.
Merguez de boeuf
Maigre et gras de bœuf halal 85% (origine : UE), eau, acidifiants : E326, E262 et E331, sel, épices et plantes aromatiques, dextrose, épice (paprika), extrait de betterave rouge, saccharose, arômes naturels, tomate, antioxydants : E300 et E301.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Véritable Merguez or Merguez de boeuf?
Overall, Merguez de boeuf 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?
Merguez de boeuf has fewer calories: 207 kcal versus 258 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Véritable Merguez has less sugar: 1.2 g versus 1.7 g per 100 g.