Fresh spring rolls vs penne arrabbiata: which is healthier?

They are about equally nutrient-dense: fresh spring rolls scores 43/100 and penne arrabbiata 41/100, so pick by your goal. Both can be part of a healthy diet; the table below shows where each one is stronger. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Fresh spring rolls

43/100Moderate nutrient density

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

Penne arrabbiata

41/100Moderate nutrient density

129 kcal per 100 g. 1 plate: 410 g

Which to pick for your goal

  • Fewer caloriesAbout even140 vs 129 kcal per 100 g
  • More proteinFresh spring rolls6.6 vs 4 g per 100 g
  • More fiberAbout even1.3 vs 1.8 g per 100 g
  • Less sugarAbout even2.5 vs 2.8 g per 100 g
  • More potassiumPenne arrabbiata145 vs 205 mg per 100 g
  • Less saturated fatAbout even0.6 vs 0.4 g per 100 g

Nutrition side by side

Per 100 g and per typical portion. Bold marks the better value for each row.
NutrientFresh spring rolls, 100 gPenne arrabbiata, 100 gFresh spring rolls, 190 gPenne arrabbiata, 410 g
Calories140 kcal129 kcal266 kcal529 kcal
Protein6.6 g4 g13 g17 g
Carbohydrates22 g22 g42 g90 g
Sugars2.5 g2.8 g4.7 g12 g
Fiber1.3 g1.8 g2.5 g7.3 g
Fat2.8 g3 g5.3 g12 g
Saturated fat0.6 g0.4 g1.1 g1.8 g
Vitamin C2.3 mg5.6 mg4.4 mg23 mg
Vitamin A129 µg10 µg246 µg43 µg
Potassium145 mg205 mg276 mg842 mg
Iron0.7 mg1 mg1.3 mg4.2 mg
Calcium36 mg25 mg68 mg102 mg
Magnesium24 mg24 mg46 mg97 mg
Sodium280 mg283 mg531 mg1161 mg

Last updated . Scores use the HowHealthyIs Score method.

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