Why is Salsa Dip Spicy Cheese classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

NOVA 4 includes foods formulated mainly from substances extracted from foods or synthesized, with multiple additives; this dip lists seven additives: E160 (carotenoids), E160b (annatto), E160c (paprika extract), E251 (sodium nitrate as a preservative), E452 (polyphosphates as an emulsifier), E415 (xanthan gum) and E412 (guar gum), all of which qualify it as ultra‑processed.

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

The dip’s low sugar level (2.2 g per 100 g) makes it relatively safe for blood‑glucose management, but its salt content is considered high (1.77 g per 100 g), which can contribute to elevated blood pressure and should be limited for hypertensive individuals.

Is this dip suitable for strict diets such as vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free?

The product is gluten‑free, but it contains milk, cheese, and rennet, so it is not vegan and may not meet halal standards unless the rennet is microbial; with 7 g of carbohydrates per 100 g it fits moderate‑carb keto plans, though the higher saturated fat should be considered.

Snack Day • 300g

Salsa Dip Spicy Cheese

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Salsa Dip Spicy Cheese is a clear‑glass packaged, gluten‑free cheese‑based dip sold by Lidl and falls under the 'Fat and sauces' and 'Dressings and sauces' groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as an ultra‑processed NOVA 4 product, containing 10 g fat, 2.8 g saturated fat, 1.77 g salt (high) and 2.2 g sugars per 100 g, while providing 3.5 g protein. The formulation includes seven additives such as carotenoid (E160), annatto (E160b), paprika extract (E160c), sodium nitrate (E251) and polyphosphates (E452), delivering a spicy flavor but also raising concerns for consumers sensitive to food additives or milk allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal133 kcal

Fat10 g

Saturated Fat2.8 g

Carbohydrates7 g

Sugars2.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average cheese‑sauce category, this dip contains markedly less sugar (2.2 g vs 10.9 g) and salt (1.77 g vs 5.0 g) and fewer calories, but its saturated fat (2.8 g) exceeds the typical level and it provides more protein (3.5 g vs 2.1 g).

Ingredients

water, 10,4% edam (milk, salt, lactic ferments, rennet, dyes: carotenoids, annatto, preservative: sodium nitrate), rapeseed oil, modified starches (tapioca, corn), double tomato concentrate, red peppers, onion, 1,7% jalapeño pepper, milk proteins, 1,2% green peppers, salt, coconut oil, sugar, emulsifier: polyphosphates, natural flavors (milk), spices, stabilizers: xanthan gum, guar gum, spice extract , paprika extract,

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