Why is the Tarte épinards chèvre classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labeled NOVA 4 because the formulation includes industrial ingredients such as vegetable margarine made from refined oils, the emulsifier E471, and the acidifier E330, all of which are typical of highly processed foods; the presence of added salt, leavening agents and processed fats also contributes to this classification.

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

With only 1.7 g of sugars per 100 g, the tart contributes minimally to blood‑glucose spikes, but its 0.9 g of salt (≈0.35 g sodium) can add to daily sodium intake; individuals managing diabetes may find the low sugar acceptable, whereas those on a low‑sodium regimen should limit portion size.

Is the goat cheese in this tart a concern for people with milk allergies or for sustainability?

Goat cheese contains milk proteins and therefore is not suitable for anyone allergic to dairy, but the product uses RSPO‑certified palm oil, which meets a recognized sustainable palm‑oil standard, reducing its environmental impact.

La cuisine des Saveurs • 350 g

Tarte épinards chevre

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Product Insights

The Tarte épinards chèvre is a spinach and goat‑cheese tart classified in the "Pizza pies and quiches" food group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and falls into NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed status due to ingredients such as vegetable margarine, emulsifier E471 and acidifier E330. Nutritionally it provides about 222 kcal per 100 g, with 12 g fat (including 7 g saturated fat), 0.9 g salt and only 1.7 g sugars, while protein is modest at 6.7 g, and the product bears sustainable palm‑oil certifications but also contains common allergens (egg, milk, gluten).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Added Sugars0 g

Fruits & Vegetables14.9 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average processed pies and quiches, this tart has slightly more total fat (12 g vs 11.4 g), considerably more saturated fat (7.3 g vs 4.9 g), less salt (0.9 g vs 2.2 g), far lower sugars (1.7 g vs 4.1 g), lower energy (222 kcal vs 261 kcal), fewer carbohydrates (20.7 g vs 29 g) and less protein (6.7 g vs 10.8 g).

Ingredients

Pâte feuilletée 38,5% [farine de blé, eau, margarine végétale [huiles et graisses végétales (palme RSPO, colza), eau, émulsifiant: E471, sel, acidifiant: E330], sel, levure désactivée]. eau, épinards 13,7%, fromage blanc, fromage de chèvre 7,4%, œufs de poules élevées en plein air 6,1%, crème fraîche 4,7%, lait écrémé en poudre, amidon de maïs, semoule de blé dur, sel, ail, épices, extrait d'épices. Traces éventuelles de poissons, de moutarde, de crustacés, de mollusques et de soja.

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