Why is Ratatouille A la provencale classified as a processed product (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is classified as NOVA 3 because the vegetables are cooked, the eggplant is pre‑fried with sunflower oil, and small amounts of sugar, potato starch and salt are added; the label reports zero additives, so no food additives are present.

How does the sugar and salt content in this ratatouille affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

With 4.6 g of sugar and 0.58 g of salt per 100 g, the product can raise blood glucose levels and contribute to sodium intake, so people with diabetes or high blood pressure should consume it in moderation and monitor portion sizes.

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

All ingredients are plant based, making the ratatouille vegan and halal; it contains no gluten ingredients, so it is gluten free; however, with about 5 g of total carbohydrates (including 1.1 g added sugar and 1 g starch) per 100 g, it may be borderline for strict keto diets but can fit a moderate low carb plan.

Reflets de France, Carrefour • 630 g

Ratatouille A la provençale

Fruits And Vegetables

Product Insights

The product is a ready to eat Provenal ratatouille sold in 630 g glass jars, made primarily from tomatoes, courgettes, eggplant, peppers and onions. It belongs to the fruits and vegetables group (vegetables) and carries a Nutri-Score of A while being classified in NOVA group 3, indicating a moderately processed product. Per 100 g it provides 70 kcal with low saturated fat and salt, but its fat (4.3 g), sugar (4.6 g) and sodium (0.58 g) are higher than the average values for similar vegetable based dishes, and the protein and fibre content are modest.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal70 kcal

Fat4.3 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates5 g

Sugars4.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average vegetable based prepared dish, this ratatouille contains about three times more fat and sugar, slightly less salt, and delivers roughly 15% fewer calories per 100 g.

Ingredients

Purée de tomates 35%, courgettes 20%, aubergines pré-frites 20% (aubergines, huile de tournesol), poivrons 9%, oignons 6,5%, double concentré de tomates 3,5%, huile d'olive vierge 1,8%, sucre, amidon de pomme de terre, sel, ail, herbes de Provence (thym, marjolaine, romarin, sariette, laurier), jus concentré de citron, huile de tournesol, poivre blanc.

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