Comparison
Whole cucumber vs Pimientos del Piquillo en tiras con ajo
Overall, Whole cucumber has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 1.
Better choice
Whole cucumber
Sainsbury's · 1
Pimientos del Piquillo en tiras con ajo
Hacendado · 290 g
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Whole cucumber | Pimientos del Piquillo en ti... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | c |
| NOVA group | 1 | 4 |
| Calories | 16 kcal | 40 kcal |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 1.7 g | 7.1 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 1.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | — |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1 g |
| Additives | 0 | 2 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Whole cucumber has 61% fewer calories (16 kcal vs 40 kcal).
- Whole cucumber has 76% less sugar (1.7 g vs 7.1 g).
- Whole cucumber has 99% less salt (0 g vs 1.1 g).
- Pimientos del Piquillo en tiras con ajo has 36% more protein (1 g vs 0.6 g).
- Whole cucumber has the better Nutri-Score.
- Whole cucumber is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Whole cucumber
Cucumber
Pimientos del Piquillo en tiras con ajo
Pimientos piquillo, agua, azúcar, ajo (1,1%), sal, acidulante: ácido cítrico, endurecedor: cloruro de calcio.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Whole cucumber or Pimientos del Piquillo en tiras con ajo?
Overall, Whole cucumber 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?
Whole cucumber has fewer calories: 16 kcal versus 40 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Whole cucumber has less sugar: 1.7 g versus 7.1 g per 100 g.