Why is Lustucru gnocchi a poeler pesto & mozzarella classified as processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is NOVA 3 because the recipe includes processed components such as semolina, dehydrated potato puree, ricotta, cream and refined oils; however the product lists zero additives, meaning no preservatives, colourants or flavour enhancers are added beyond the natural spices.

How does the sugar and salt content of this gnocchi affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 2.1 g of sugars per 100 g, the product is within the low‑sugar range and is unlikely to cause significant blood‑glucose spikes, but the 1.3 g of salt per 100 g contributes to daily sodium intake and should be limited for people managing hypertension.

Is this gnocchi suitable for vegan, keto, halal or gluten‑free diets?

No; it contains dairy ingredients (ricotta, fresh cream, mozzarella, parmesan) and wheat semolina, so it is neither vegan nor gluten‑free, and the carbohydrate level (30 g per 100 g) makes it unsuitable for strict keto, while the presence of dairy may not meet halal standards unless certified.

Lustucru, Lustucru selection • 280 g

Lustucru gnocchi a poeler pesto & mozzarella 280g

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

The product is a 280 g pack of Lustucru gnocchi designed for pan‑frying, filled with a pesto‑style mixture of ricotta, fresh cream, mozzarella, parmesan, basil and sunflower seeds. It belongs to the “Potatoes” group within the cereals‑and‑potatoes category, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 3, indicating a processed food with several added ingredients but no listed additives. Nutritionally, it provides 223 kcal per 100 g, with 7.9 g of fat (including 2.9 g saturated), 7 g of protein and 2 g of fibre; however it is relatively high in fat, moderate in salt (1.3 g) and contains gluten and milk allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal223 kcal

Fat7.9 g

Saturated Fat2.9 g

Carbohydrates30 g

Sugars2.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for gnocchi‑type products, this item contains slightly less sugar (2.1 g vs 2.12 g), considerably more fat (7.9 g vs 6.32 g) and notably lower salt (1.3 g vs 3.07 g), positioning it as a higher‑fat but lower‑salt alternative within its category.

Ingredients

Purée (eau, pommes de terre déshydratées, épice : curcuma), semoule de BLE, RICOTTA, CREME FRAICHE 4.6%, MOZZARELLA 4%, huile de colza, basilic 3,9%, farine de BLE, PARMESAN AOP 2.1%, pommes de terre déshydratées-épice : curcuma, sel, huile de tournesol, graine de tournesol 0.8%, amidon, ail. Pourcentages exprimés sur le produit total. Peut contenir des traces d'œufs, soja, moutarde et gluten provenant d'autres céréales. Conditionné sous atmosphère protectrice.

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