Cous cous by Sainsbury's

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Cous cous

by Sainsbury's 1kg in Meals Barcode 40047744
Nutri-Score
Very good nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Processed food
Green-Score
a+
Environmental impact estimate

Cous cous by Sainsbury's provides 192 kcal per 100 g, with 1 g of sugars and 7.2 g of protein. That is 67% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Meals category and comes in a 1kg pack. Contains: gluten.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
1 g · Low
Saturated fat
0.2 g · Low
Sugars
1 g · Low
Salt
0 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 192 kcal 178 +8%
Total fat 1 g 7.9 −87%
Saturated fat 0.2 g 2.8 −93%
Carbohydrates 37.5 g 17.8 +111%
Total sugars 1 g 3.1 −67%
Added sugars 0 g 1.2 −100%
Dietary fiber 2.2 g 2 +9%
Protein 7.2 g 8.7 −18%
Salt 0 g 1.2 −99%

Category average across 5047 Meals products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other meals

Calories higher 33%
Sugars lower 26%
Salt lower 5%
Saturated fat lower 10%
Protein top 50%
Fiber top 29%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

durum wheat semolina

Palm oil freeVeganVegetarian
Allergens
Gluten

Product details

Quantity
1kg
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
40047744

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Cous cous?

Cous cous contains 192 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Cous cous?

Cous cous has 1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Cous cous healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of A (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 Cous cous vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.

What allergens does Cous cous contain?

According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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