Why is MOZZARELLA, TOMATO & BASIL PESTO classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is deemed ultra-processed because its formulation includes refined ingredients, added oils and a range of processing aids; the listed additives are malic acid (E296), disodium diphosphate (E450), sodium bicarbonate (E500) and citric acid (E330), all of which serve as raising agents, acidity regulators or texture enhancers.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 2.6 g of sugars per 100 g, the product is lower in sugar than many comparable sandwiches, making it less likely to spike blood glucose when eaten in moderate portions; however, it still contains 0.8 g of salt, which contributes to daily sodium intake and should be considered by individuals managing hypertension.

Is the mozzarella cheese in this product a concern for people with a milk allergy?

Yes, the mozzarella cheese is made from cow's milk, which is a listed allergen, so anyone with a milk allergy should avoid this product.

Sainsbury's

MOZZARELLA, TOMATO & BASIL PESTO

Composite Foods

Product Insights

MOZZARELLA, TOMATO & BASIL PESTO is a ready-to-eat sandwich-style wrap sold by Sainsbury's and belongs to the Composite foods > Sandwiches dietary family. It carries a Nutri-Score of D and is assigned to NOVA group 4, indicating a high level of processing and the inclusion of several food additives. Per 100 g it provides 254 kcal, 11 g fat (4.3 g saturated), 0.8 g salt and 2.6 g sugars, with modest protein (10.4 g) and fiber (1.6 g) but also contains allergens such as eggs, gluten, milk and mustard.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal254 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat4.3 g

Monounsaturated Fat4.7 g

Polyunsaturated Fat2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average sandwiches, this wrap contains roughly half the fat (11 g vs 19 g), saturated fat (4.3 g vs 6.5 g), salt (0.8 g vs 3.2 g) and sugars (2.6 g vs 4.5 g), while providing about half the protein (10.4 g vs 18.4 g).

Ingredients

Tomato Tortilla Wrap (Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Palm Oil, Raising Agents: Malic Acid, Disodium Diphosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate; Rapeseed Oil, Tomato Powder, Sugar, Red Bell Pepper, Paprika, Basil, Salt, Wheat Starch), Mozzarella Cheese (22%) (Cows' Milk), Rocket, Slow Roast Tomatoes (8%) (Dried Tomato, Rapeseed Oil, Salt, Garlic, Oregano), Mayonnaise (Water, Rapeseed Oil, Cornflour, Spirit Vinegar, Pasteurised Egg Yolk, Concentrated Lemon Juice, Sugar, White Wine Vinegar, Salt, Mustard Seed), Basil Pesto (3.5%) (Rapeseed Oil, Basil, Medium Fat Hard Cheese (Cows' Milk), Sunflower Oil, Salt, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic Purée, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid), Cornflour.

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