Why is Poulet basquaise et son riz classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The dish combines pre‑cooked chicken, rice, sauces and spices that are formulated industrially, placing it in NOVA group 4. It lists five food‑additive codes: E160c (paprika extract for colour), E330 (citric acid as acidifier), E412 (guar gum), E415 (xanthan gum) and E579 (ferrous gluconate as a stabiliser.

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

With only 1.3 g of sugar per 100 g, the product has a minimal impact on blood‑glucose levels, making it relatively safe for diabetics when portion‑controlled. However, it contains 0.68 g of salt per 100 g, which can contribute noticeably to daily sodium intake and should be monitored by people with hypertension.

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

No, it is not vegan because it contains chicken meat, and it is not gluten‑free due to possible wheat traces. The inclusion of a small amount of white wine (alcohol) makes it unsuitable for strict halal diets, and with 16 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, it exceeds typical keto carbohydrate limits.

Carrefour • 300 g

Poulet basquaise et son riz

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Poulet basquaise et son riz is a ready‑to‑heat French chicken‑and‑rice dish classified as a composite food (one‑dish meal) in the PNNS system. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is placed in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with five listed additives (E160c, E330, E412, E415, E579) and the presence of allergens such as egg, wheat, fish and mustard. Nutritionally the portion provides moderate protein (6.8 g/100 g) and above‑average fiber (2.8 g/100 g) while keeping sugars, total fat, saturated fat and salt relatively low compared with typical meat‑based meals, though the salt level (0.68 g/100 g) is still notable.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal126 kcal

Fat3.5 g

Saturated Fat0.8 g

Carbohydrates16 g

Sugars1.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar meals, this product contains less sugar (1.3 g vs 3.57 g), fat (3.5 g vs 5.94 g), saturated fat (0.8 g vs 1.94 g), salt (0.68 g vs 3.55 g) and energy (126 kcal vs 174.6 kcal), while offering higher fiber (2.8 g vs 2.08 g) and slightly lower protein (6.8 g vs 7.16 g).

Ingredients

Riz préparé 43% (riz blanc, eau, sel, huile de colza), viande de poulet traitée en salaison précuite 20,3% (viande de poulet 20%, sel), eau, oignons, poivrons rouges 4%, poivrons verts 4%, pulpe de tomate au jus 2,3% (tomates, jus de tomates, acidifiant : acide citrique), concentré de tomates, olives noires en rondelles 2,3 % (olives noires, sel, stabilisant : gluconate ferreux), huile d'olive vierge extra, vin blanc, sel, sucre, ail 0,26%, jus de citron concentré, épaississants : gomme xanthane - gomme guar, thym déshydraté, poivre, piment en poudre, colorant : extrait de paprika. Peut contenir des traces d'œufs, de blé, de poisson et de moutarde. Viande de poulet : Origine UE.

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