Why is French sweet‑and‑sour gherkin classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines several refined and processed components such as added sugar, multiple vinegars, and a preservation‑grade curcuma extract (E100), which together raise its processing level to NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed food.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

With 4.5 g of sugar and 1.9 g of salt per 100 g, the gherkins can raise blood glucose levels and contribute to sodium intake that may challenge blood‑pressure control, so individuals with diabetes or hypertension should consume them sparingly.

Is this product suitable for a vegan or vegetarian diet?

All listed ingredients, including the turmeric extract (E100), are plant‑derived, so the gherkins are generally considered vegan and vegetarian, although the processing label notes the vegan status as uncertain.

HUGO • 660 g

Le cornichon français aigre-doux

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

French sweet‑and‑sour gherkins are a plant‑based salty snack classified in the PNNS groups "Salty snacks" and "Salty and fatty products". They carry a Nutri‑Score of C and fall into NOVA group 4, reflecting a high level of processing that includes added sugars, vinegar, and the additive E100 (turmeric extract). Nutritionally they are very low in fat and calories, provide modest fiber, but contain relatively high sugar and a notable amount of salt, which may be a concern for some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal36 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates5 g

Sugars4.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical salty snack averages, this sweet‑sour gherkin contains far less fat and calories, but higher sugar and less protein.

Ingredients

cornichons français 53%, eau, vinaigre d'alcool, sucre, sel, vinaigre de vin blanc,, oignons, aneth, arôme naturel d'aneth, extrait de Curcuma

84%

35%

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390 g