Why is Baklava classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines refined wheat flour, palm oil, added sugars, glucose, walnuts and several processing aids, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 group; it lists the additives E202 (potassium sorbate) as a preservative and E330 (citric acid) as an acidifier.

How does the sugar content in this baklava affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 33.7 g of sugar per 100 g, the baklava can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while its moderate 0.54 g of salt per 100 g is lower than typical snacks but still contributes to overall sodium intake for hypertensive individuals.

Based on the ingredient list, is this baklava suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or nut‑free diets?

The product is labeled vegan and contains no animal‑derived ingredients, but it includes wheat flour (gluten) and 12 % walnuts, so it is not gluten‑free nor nut‑free.

Eridanous • 390 g

Baklava

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Eridanous Baklava is a vegan‑friendly sugary snack sold at Lidl, made from a wheat‑based dough, palm oil, walnuts, cinnamon and a syrup‑free sweet filling. It delivers 33.7 g of sugars per 100 g (higher than the average 28.98 g), 9.8 g of fat (well below the 17.65 g average), 0.54 g of salt (lower than the 1.98 g average), 2.1 g of fiber and 5.7 g of protein, but carries a Nutri‑Score of D, a NOVA‑4 ultra‑processed classification and contains the additives E202 (potassium sorbate) and E330 (citric acid). While it offers some protein and fiber with reduced fat, its high sugar level, palm‑oil content and preservatives mean it should be enjoyed only as an occasional treat.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal379 kcal

Fat9.8 g

Saturated Fat2.5 g

Cholesterol0 g

Carbohydrates66.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack in its category, this baklava contains more sugar but considerably less fat and salt.

Ingredients

pâte (farine de blé, şel de cuisine, amidon de mais, conservateur: sorbate de potassium), sucre, eau, glucose (contient sulfites), huile de palme, 12% noix, panure (farine de blé, levure, sel de cuisine), arômes, 0,2% cannelle, clou de girofle, acidifiant: acide citrique; conservateur: sorbate de potassium.

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