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Moroccan style couscous
Moroccan style couscous by Sainsbury's provides 208 kcal per 100 g, with 10.4 g of sugars and 5.3 g of protein. That is 299% 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 Durum wheat semolinas for couscous category. Contains: gluten, mustard, sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
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 | 208 kcal | 208 kcal | 331 −37% | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 4.6 g | 6% | 2.1 +118% |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 0.5 g | 3% | 0.4 +14% |
| Carbohydrates | 34.7 g | 34.7 g | 13% | 64.3 −46% |
| Total sugars | 10.4 g | 10.4 g | 2.6 +299% | |
| Added sugars | 5.9 g | 5.9 g | 12% | 0.2 +3568% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.7 g | 3.7 g | 13% | 4.4 −16% |
| Protein | 5.3 g | 5.3 g | 11% | 11.6 −54% |
| Salt | 0.6 g | 0.6 g | 0.2 +237% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 734 Durum wheat semolinas for couscous products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other durum wheat semolinas for couscous
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Couscous (31%) (Durum Wheat Semolina), Water, Chickpeas (13%), Sugar, Raisins, Rapeseed Oil, Apricots (3%) (Apricots, Rice Flour, Preservative: Sulphur Dioxide), Cranberries, Red Wine Vinegar, Parsley, Salt, Lemon Juice, Honey, Coriander, Tomato Purée, Spices, Black Pepper, Garlic Purée, Ginger Purée, Red Chilli, Cornflour, Cinnamon Powder, Sunflower Oil, Mustard Seeds, Cumin Powder, Cardamom, Coriander Powder, Stabiliser: Pectin.
- Allergens
- GlutenMustardSulphur dioxide and sulphites
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 serving (100 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 01196573
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Moroccan style couscous?
Moroccan style couscous contains 208 kcal per 100 g and about 208 kcal per serving (1 serving (100 g)).
How much sugar is in Moroccan style couscous?
Moroccan style couscous has 10.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Moroccan style couscous 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 Moroccan style couscous vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Moroccan style couscous contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Mustard, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 20, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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