Why is Taboulé au poulet, à la ciboulette classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines rehydrated durum‑wheat semolina, cooked chicken, refined colza oil, lemon‑juice concentrate, dehydrated chives and a blend of spices, all of which are industrially processed and mixed with a preservative (potassium sorbate, listed as additive E202) and a natural flavoring, meeting the criteria for a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed food.

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

With 3.6 g of sugars per 100 g, the product contributes a moderate amount of carbohydrates that can raise blood glucose if consumed in large portions, so diabetics should count it toward their daily carb allowance; the 0.95 g of salt per 100 g is relatively low compared with many processed snacks, making it acceptable for most hypertension‑aware diets when eaten in moderation.

Is the wheat (semolina) in Taboulé au poulet, à la ciboulette a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes – the core ingredient is durum‑wheat semolina, which contains gluten, and the label explicitly lists gluten as an allergen, so the product is not suitable for individuals with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

Saladinettes • 500 g

Taboulé au poulet, à la ciboulette

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Taboulé au poulet, à la ciboulette is a ready‑to‑eat chicken tabbouleh sold in 500 g plastic trays at Lidl, classified as a composite one‑dish meal. It falls under the Composite foods / One‑dish meals group, carries a Nutri‑Score of C (score 5) and is listed as a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed product, reflecting its inclusion of rehydrated durum‑wheat semolina, refined oil and a preservative (E202). The salad provides vegetables, chicken protein and 2.3 g of fiber per 100 g, but also contains 0.95 g of salt, 3.6 g of sugars and gluten from wheat, so it should be eaten in moderation, especially by those watching sodium or gluten intake.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal171 kcal

Fat7.2 g

Saturated Fat0.8 g

Carbohydrates20 g

Sugars3.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack in its category, this chicken tabbouleh has about the same sugar (3.6 g vs 3.57 g) but considerably less salt (0.95 g vs 3.55 g), lower protein (5.5 g vs 7.16 g) and slightly higher fiber (2.3 g vs 2.08 g).

Ingredients

Semoule de blé dur réhydratée 44% (semoule de blé dur, eau), légumes (poivrons 7,9%, mais 7,3%, tomates 6,8%, concombres, oignons), poulet cuit assaisonné 10% (viande de poulet (Origine: France) 8,9%, eau, sel, poivre), jus de citron à base de concentré, huile de colza, ciboulette déshydratée, épices, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, arôme naturel, conservateur: sorbate de potassium.

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