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Mexican style grains
Mexican style grains by Merchant Gourmet provides 164 kcal per 100 g, with 3.5 g of sugars and 3.7 g of protein. That is 39% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Rice dishes category and comes in a 250g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 serving (100 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 kcal | 164 kcal | 263 −38% | |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 2.6 g | 3% | 3.3 −22% |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 0.5 g | 3% | 0.8 −40% |
| Carbohydrates | 30 g | 30 g | 11% | 46.5 −35% |
| Total sugars | 3.5 g | 3.5 g | 2.5 +39% | |
| Added sugars | 3.2 g | 3.2 g | 6% | 0.8 +323% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.9 g | 2.9 g | 10% | 3.1 −8% |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 3.7 g | 7% | 7.5 −50% |
| Salt | 1.3 g | 1.3 g | 1.7 −27% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1100 Rice dishes products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other rice dishes
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Cooked Long-Grain Rice (43%) (Water, Long-Grain Rice), Sweetcorn (18%), Cooked Red Quinoa (17%) (Water, Red Quinoa), Adzuki Beans (8%), Chilli Paste (Sugar, Red Pepper Juice, Molasses, Tomato Purée, Water, Salt, Jalapeño Powder, Smoked Paprika Powder, Onion Salt, White Wine Vinegar, Cayenne Powder, Garlic Salt), Roquito Sauce (Red Roquito® Jalapeño Peppers, Red Bell Peppers, Sugar, Cane Vinegar, Tomato Paste, Vegetable Oil (contains Sunflower Oil and/ or Rapeseed Oil), Garlic, Thickener: Xanthan Gum, Onion, Ginger), Olive Oil, Salt, Chilli Flakes, Smoked Paprika.
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 250g
- Serving size
- 1 serving (100 g)
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVeganVegetarian Society ApprovedVegetarian Society Approved Vegan
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5018095011264
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Mexican style grains?
Mexican style grains contains 164 kcal per 100 g and about 164 kcal per serving (1 serving (100 g)).
How much sugar is in Mexican style grains?
Mexican style grains has 3.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Mexican style grains healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Mexican style grains vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. 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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