Why is Sauce Italienne à la viande classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The sauce includes several industrial ingredients such as added sugar, modified corn starch, sunflower oil, white wine and the preservative E14xx (sulphur dioxide), which together place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

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

With 6.1 g of sugar and 1.4 g of salt per 100 g, the sauce can raise blood glucose levels and contribute to sodium intake, so people managing diabetes or hypertension should use it in moderation, though its levels are lower than many comparable sauces.

Is the egg white in this sauce a concern for individuals with egg allergies?

Yes, the ingredient list includes egg white, which is a recognized allergen; anyone with an egg allergy should avoid this product.

Delicato • 2 x 190 g

Sauce Italienne à la viande

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

The product is an Italian meat‑based pasta sauce classified in the “Fat and sauces” and “Dressings and sauces” groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is placed in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed formulation that includes added sugar, sunflower oil, modified corn starch and the additive E14xx, as well as common allergens such as celery, egg white and milk proteins. Nutritionally it provides modest protein (3.9 g) and a decent amount of dietary fiber (2.2 g) per 100 g, but the salt (1.4 g), sugar (6.1 g) and saturated fat (1.6 g) are relatively high compared with the average for similar sauces.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal90 kcal

Fat4.5 g

Saturated Fat1.6 g

Carbohydrates7.4 g

Sugars6.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical pasta sauces, this sauce contains less sugar, fat, saturated fat, salt and calories, while offering higher fiber and protein per 100 g.

Ingredients

Purée de tomate mi-réduite 70%, viande bovine 14 %, carotte 6,2%, oignon 2,3%, sucre, huile de tournesol, sel, vin blanc, amidon transformé de maïs, blanc d'œuf, épices et aromates (dont céleri), protéines de lait.

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ZAPETTI

3 x 190 g