Why is Salade de Blé, Aubergines et Poivrons grillés classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The salad is labeled NOVA 4 because it contains processed ingredients such as rehydrated bulgur, cooked durum wheat, and a blend of thickeners; the only additives listed are guar gum (E415) and xanthan gum (E412), which are used to improve texture.

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

With 3.2 g of sugar and 0.59 g of salt per 100 g, the salad provides a low to moderate carbohydrate load and a very low sodium level, making it suitable for most diabetic plans and safe for blood‑pressure control when consumed in typical portion sizes.

Is the wheat in this salad a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes, the salad contains durum wheat (BLE dur), which is a source of gluten, so it is not safe for individuals with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

Cassegrain • 250 g

Salade de Blé, Aubergines et Poivrons grillés

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Salad of durum wheat, bulgur, cucumber, grilled aubergine and bell pepper flavored with mint and smoked paprika is sold by Cassegrain in 250 g trays at Auchan. It belongs to the Composite foods group (one‑dish meals), carries a Nutri‑Score of A and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), offering low saturated fat, low sugar and salt, higher fiber than typical salads, but modest protein content. The product contains gluten and mustard allergens and includes the additives guar gum (E415) and xanthan gum (E412).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal115 kcal

Fat3 g

Saturated Fat0.3 g

Carbohydrates17 g

Sugars3.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average prepared salad, this product contains less sugar (3.2 g vs 3.58 g per 100 g), much less salt (0.59 g vs 3.54 g), lower fat (3 g vs 5.95 g) and higher fiber (3.2 g vs 2.08 g), while delivering fewer calories (115 kcal vs 174.7 kcal).

Ingredients

BLE dur cuit 36% (eau, BLE dur 16%), concombre 16%, aubergines grillées 14%, poivrons grillés 9%, boulgour réhydraté 4% (BLE), eau, huile de colza, oignon déshydraté, oignon, menthe douce 1,4%, vinaigre d'alcool, purée d'ail, MOUTARDE de Dijon, sel, sucre, pur jus de citron, paprika fumé 0,2%, épaississants: gomme de xanthane et gomme de guar.

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