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Bacon
Bacon by Tesco provides 268 kcal per 100 g, with 0.1 g of sugars and 18.3 g of protein. That is 86% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Bacon category. Contains: pork.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 2 rashers uncooked (30 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 268 kcal | 80 kcal | 309 −13% | |
| Total fat | 21 g | 6.3 g | 8% | 24.5 −14% |
| Saturated fat | 7.8 g | 2.3 g | 12% | 9.3 −16% |
| Carbohydrates | 1.1 g | 0.3 g | 0% | 1.3 −13% |
| Total sugars | 0.1 g | 0 g | 0.7 −86% | |
| Added sugars | 9.5 g | 2.9 g | 6% | 1 +841% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.5 g | 0.2 g | 1% | 0.3 +93% |
| Protein | 18.3 g | 5.5 g | 11% | 20.7 −11% |
| Salt | 2.8 g | 0.8 g | 2.9 −5% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 773 Bacon products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other bacon
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Pork, Salt, Sugar, Preservatives (Sodium Nitrite, Sodium Nitrate), Antioxidant (Sodium Ascorbate)
- Allergens
- Pork
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 2 rashers uncooked (30 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5051277017050
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Bacon?
Bacon contains 268 kcal per 100 g and about 80 kcal per serving (2 rashers uncooked (30 g)).
How much sugar is in Bacon?
Bacon has 0.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Bacon healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Bacon vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Bacon contain?
According to the label data it contains: Pork. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated July 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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