Spanish croquetas

by Sainsbury's in Tapas Barcode 5063334019969
Poor nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Spanish croquetas by Sainsbury's provides 280 kcal per 100 g, with 3.2 g of sugars and 4.8 g of protein. That is 44% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Tapas category. Contains: eggs, milk.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
19.6 g · High
Saturated fat
5.5 g · High
Sugars
3.2 g · Low
Salt
1.5 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 1 portion (100 g)

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 280 kcal 280 kcal 234 +19%
Total fat 19.6 g 19.6 g 25% 16.9 +16%
Saturated fat 5.5 g 5.5 g 28% 4.5 +23%
Carbohydrates 20.4 g 20.4 g 7% 8.2 +150%
Total sugars 3.2 g 3.2 g 2.2 +44%
Added sugars 0.7 g 0.7 g 1% 0.6 +19%
Dietary fiber 1.4 g 1.4 g 5% 1.8 −24%
Protein 4.8 g 4.8 g 10% 11.8 −59%
Salt 1.5 g 1.5 g 1.7 −15%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 133 Tapas products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other tapas

Calories higher 27%
Sugars higher 22%
Salt lower 46%
Saturated fat higher 27%
Protein top 75%
Fiber top 43%

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

Ingredients

Mushroom Croquetas (80%) (Cows' Milk, Mushroom, Rice Flour, Butter (Cows' Milk), Maize Starch, Potato Starch, White Onion, Salt, Pea Protein, Water, Skimmed Cows' Milk Powder, Sunflower Oil, Black Pepper, Garlic, Stabilisers: Methyl Cellulose, Guar Gum, Carrageenan, Locust Bean Gum, Xanthan Gum, Triphosphates; Brown Sugar, Bamboo Fibre, Dextrose, Dextrin, Colour: Plain Caramel; Paprika, Preservative: Potassium Sorbate; Flavouring, Parsley, Sage, Thyme, Marjoram, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid), Aioli Dip (15%) (Rapeseed Oil, Water, Egg Yolk, Garlic Purée, Lemon Juice from Concentrate, Cornflour, Salt, Garlic Powder), Pecorino Cheese (5%) (Sheeps' Milk). Packaged in a protective atmosphere

Palm oil freeNot veganMaybe vegetarian
Allergens
EggsMilk

Additives 10

High overexposure risk
High overexposure risk
E412 - Guar gum
Emulsifier
High overexposure risk

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Serving size
1 portion (100 g)
Labels & certifications
Made in Spain
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5063334019969

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Spanish croquetas?

Spanish croquetas contains 280 kcal per 100 g and about 280 kcal per serving (1 portion (100 g)).

How much sugar is in Spanish croquetas?

Spanish croquetas has 3.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Spanish croquetas healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of D (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 Spanish croquetas vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Spanish croquetas contain?

According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 28, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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