Why is Penne with salmon in spinach cream classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 3) and does it contain any additives?

It is classified as NOVA 3 because it is a frozen, ready-to-heat dish made from ingredients that have been cooked, blended and packaged, such as pre-cooked penne, fish stock and a cream sauce; the label confirms it contains no added preservatives, colourings or other additives, only natural salt and spices.

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

With only 1.5 g of sugar per 100 g the meal has a minimal impact on blood glucose, but it provides 0.6 g of salt per 100 g, which is moderate; people managing diabetes can include it in moderation, while those on a low-sodium plan should watch portion sizes.

Is the salmon in this product a concern for individuals with fish allergies?

Yes, the ingredient list includes 15 % salmon and a fish stock, both of which trigger the fish allergen label, so anyone allergic to fish should avoid this meal; it also contains milk from fresh cream, posing a risk for milk-allergic consumers.

Marie • 900 g

Penne au saumon à la crème d'épinards

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Product Insights

Penne au saumon à la crème d'épinards is a 900 g frozen, microwave-ready meal that combines penne pasta, salmon, tomatoes, fresh spinach and a light cream sauce. It carries a Nutri-Score of B and belongs to NOVA group 3, offering lower sugar (1.5 g) and fat (5 g) than the average frozen pasta dish, though its saturated fat is slightly higher and protein is a bit below average. The product contains fish, gluten and milk allergens, making it unsuitable for those with related sensitivities, and it is free from added preservatives or artificial colourings.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal132 kcal

Fat5 g

Saturated Fat2 g

Carbohydrates15 g

Sugars1.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average frozen pasta meal, this dish contains less sugar (1.5 g vs 3.57 g) and slightly lower fat (5 g vs 5.94 g) but has a marginally higher saturated fat (2 g vs 1.94 g) and lower protein (6.2 g vs 7.16 g).

Ingredients

Penne cuites 39,5% (eau, semoule de blé dur), saumon 15%, tomates 14,4%, eau, crème fraîche 8,7%, épinards, échalotes, huile d'olive vierge, basilic 0,9%, amidon de maïs, fumet de poisson (chair de poisson, jus de poisson, sel), sel, ail, poivre.

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Penne au saumon à la crème d'épinards

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Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal132 kcal

Fat5 g

Saturated Fat2 g

Carbohydrates15 g

Sugars1.5 g

Comparative Analysis

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