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Sweet potato falafels
Sweet potato falafels by Sainsbury's provides 269 kcal per 100 g, with 9.9 g of sugars and 11.2 g of protein. That is 205% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Falafels category and comes in a 144g pack. Contains: gluten, sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 269 kcal | 239 +13% |
| Total fat | 9.9 g | 10.7 −8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.8 g | 1.4 −43% |
| Carbohydrates | 30.4 g | 23.7 +28% |
| Total sugars | 9.9 g | 3.2 +205% |
| Added sugars | 0.1 g | 0.1 +78% |
| Dietary fiber | 6.5 g | 7.4 −12% |
| Protein | 11.2 g | 9 +24% |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 1.4 −47% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 471 Falafels products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other falafels
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sweet Potato (29%), Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Carrot (15%), Chickpeas (12%), Rapeseed Oil, Onion, Dried Apricot, Wheat Gluten, Cornflour, Lemon Juice from Concentrate, Parsley, Salt, Sugar, Garlic Purée, Coriander Leaf, Cumin Powder, Tomato Paste, Red Chilli, Coriander Powder, Stabiliser:Methyl Cellulose: Paprika, Rice Flour, Mint, Raising Agent:Ammonium Bicarbonate: Turmeric, Black Pepper, Cinnamon Powder, Preservative:Sulphur Dioxide.
- Allergens
- GlutenSulphur dioxide and sulphites
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 144g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00388511
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Sweet potato falafels?
Sweet potato falafels contains 269 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Sweet potato falafels?
Sweet potato falafels has 9.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Sweet potato falafels healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of A (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 Sweet potato falafels vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Sweet potato falafels contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 5, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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