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Cajun seasoning
Cajun seasoning by Sainsbury's provides 292 kcal per 100 g, with 15.3 g of sugars and 12.6 g of protein. That is 13% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Spice mix category and comes in a 50 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 tsp (3 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 292 kcal | 9 kcal | 237 +23% | |
| Total fat | 7.1 g | 0.2 g | 0% | 6.4 +11% |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.3 −21% |
| Carbohydrates | 55.4 g | 1.7 g | 1% | 32.2 +72% |
| Total sugars | 15.3 g | 0.5 g | 13.6 +13% | |
| Added sugars | 0.6 g | 0 g | 0% | 3.6 −82% |
| Dietary fiber | 22 g | 0.7 g | 3% | 9.8 +125% |
| Protein | 12.6 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 8.6 +46% |
| Salt | 12.5 g | 0.4 g | 20.1 −38% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 761 Spice mix products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other spice mix
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Dried Onion, Red Bell Pepper, Smoked Paprika (12%), Salt, Chilli Powder (7), Black Pepper, Cumin Seeds, Caster Sugar, Yeast Extract, Dried Garlic, Allspice, Ginger, Chilli Flakes, White Pepper, Fennel Seeds, Coriander Seed, Anti-caking Agent: Silicon Dioxide, Oregano, Thyme, Cumin, Colour: Paprika Extract
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 50 g
- Serving size
- 1 tsp (3 g)
- Sold in
- France, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00344036
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cajun seasoning?
Cajun seasoning contains 292 kcal per 100 g and about 9 kcal per serving (1 tsp (3 g)).
How much sugar is in Cajun seasoning?
Cajun seasoning has 15.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Cajun seasoning healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 14, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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