California roll vs fresh spring rolls: which is healthier?

Fresh spring rolls are more nutrient-dense, scoring 43/100 against 16/100 for California roll. Both can be part of a healthy diet; the table below shows where each one is stronger. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

California roll

16/100Low nutrient density

150 kcal per 100 g. 1 roll (8 pieces): 220 g

Fresh spring rolls

43/100Moderate nutrient density

140 kcal per 100 g. 2 rolls with sauce: 190 g

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Which to pick for your goal

  • Fewer caloriesAbout even150 vs 140 kcal per 100 g
  • More proteinFresh spring rolls3.3 vs 6.6 g per 100 g
  • More fiberAbout even1.1 vs 1.3 g per 100 g
  • Less sugarAbout even2.8 vs 2.5 g per 100 g
  • More potassiumFresh spring rolls121 vs 145 mg per 100 g
  • Less saturated fatAbout even0.8 vs 0.6 g per 100 g

Nutrition side by side

Per 100 g and per typical portion. Bold marks the better value for each row.
NutrientCalifornia roll, 100 gFresh spring rolls, 100 gCalifornia roll, 220 gFresh spring rolls, 190 g
Calories150 kcal140 kcal330 kcal266 kcal
Protein3.3 g6.6 g7.3 g13 g
Carbohydrates23 g22 g52 g42 g
Sugars2.8 g2.5 g6.2 g4.7 g
Fiber1.1 g1.3 g2.5 g2.5 g
Fat4.7 g2.8 g10 g5.3 g
Saturated fat0.8 g0.6 g1.6 g1.1 g
Vitamin C2 mg2.3 mg4.5 mg4.4 mg
Vitamin A4.8 µg129 µg11 µg246 µg
Potassium121 mg145 mg266 mg276 mg
Iron0.5 mg0.7 mg1.2 mg1.3 mg
Calcium19 mg36 mg42 mg68 mg
Magnesium22 mg24 mg48 mg46 mg
Sodium324 mg280 mg714 mg531 mg

Last updated . Scores use the HowHealthyIs Score method.

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