Why is Gratin de pommes de terre, poireaux, chèvre classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The gratin is labeled NOVA 4 because it combines several processed components such as cooked potatoes, cream, goat cheeses, cooked leeks, ham, starch, wheat flour and natural flavorings; however, it does not contain added colorants or synthetic additives, relying on these processed ingredients to achieve its texture and flavor.

How does the sugar and salt content of this gratin affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

With 3.5 g of sugars and 0.85 g of salt per 100 g, the product provides a moderate amount of sugar that can raise blood glucose levels and a salt level that, while lower than many prepared meals, still contributes to daily sodium intake, so individuals with diabetes or high blood pressure should consume it in limited portions and balance it with lower‑sugar, low‑salt foods.

Is the goat cheese in this product a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the gratin contains two types of goat cheese and added milk, which introduce dairy proteins and lactose; anyone with a cow‑milk or goat‑milk allergy, or with lactose intolerance, should avoid this dish or choose a dairy‑free alternative.

Qualité Traiteur

Gratin de pommes de terre, poireaux, chèvre

Composite Foods

Product Insights

This product is a ready‑to‑heat French potato gratin with leeks and goat cheese, classified as a composite one‑dish meal. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and falls in NOVA group 4, indicating it is an ultra‑processed prepared dish that includes dairy, wheat, and pork ingredients and therefore is not suitable for vegans or those avoiding gluten or pork. Nutritionally, it is lower in total fat, salt and calories than the average prepared gratin, but its saturated‑fat, sugar and protein levels are moderate to low, and it supplies only modest fiber.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal119 kcal

Fat4.5 g

Saturated Fat2.8 g

Carbohydrates12 g

Sugars3.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average prepared gratin, this dish contains less fat, salt and calories but higher saturated fat and less protein and fiber, while its sugar level matches the category average.

Ingredients

Pomme de terre cuite 33% (pomme de terre, sel), poireau cuit 13% (poireau, eau), oignon, CREME*, FROMAGE de chèvre 4%, FROMAGE de chèvre Sainte Maure 4%, jambon cuit choix* 3% (jambon, eau, dextrose, sel bouillon de porc, arômes naturels, extraits végétaux (bettes, acérola, carottes), ferments, saccharose), fibre de chicorée, LAIT, amidon, farine de BLE* sel*, poivre. Fabriqué dans un atelier utilisant : oeuf, moutarde, soja crustacés mollusques, fruits à coque, céleri, poissons graines de sésame. Viande de porc Origine: France *Ingrédients Origine: France

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