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Essential waitrose Scotch eggs
Essential waitrose Scotch eggs by Waitrose provides 239 kcal per 100 g, with 0.5 g of sugars and 11.6 g of protein. That is 33% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Scotch eggs category. Contains: eggs, gluten, pork.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 egg (123 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 239 kcal | 294 kcal | 233 | |
| Total fat | 15.4 g | 18.9 g | 24% | 14.5 +6% |
| Saturated fat | 4.7 g | 5.8 g | 29% | 4 +18% |
| Carbohydrates | 12.9 g | 15.9 g | 6% | 15.1 −15% |
| Total sugars | 0.5 g | 0.6 g | 0.7 −33% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.3 g | 1.6 g | 6% | 1.4 −6% |
| Protein | 11.6 g | 14.3 g | 29% | 11.3 |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.8 g | 0.7 −6% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 14 Scotch eggs products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other scotch eggs
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Ingredients
Free range whole _egg_ (34%), pork (32%), fortified wheat flour (_wheat_ flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), water, rapeseed oil, pork fat, onion, salt, black pepper, white pepper, yeast extract, sage, nutmeg, marjoram, yeast, paprika.
- Allergens
- EggsGlutenPork
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 egg (123 g)
- Sold in
- France, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000169215845
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Essential waitrose Scotch eggs?
Essential waitrose Scotch eggs contains 239 kcal per 100 g and about 294 kcal per serving (1 egg (123 g)).
How much sugar is in Essential waitrose Scotch eggs?
Essential waitrose Scotch eggs has 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Essential waitrose Scotch eggs healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (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 Essential waitrose Scotch eggs vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Essential waitrose Scotch eggs contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Gluten, Pork. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 20, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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