Why is Vinaigrette Fines Herbes classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The dressing contains refined rapeseed oil, modified potato starch and a blend of food‑grade chemicals, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category; its additive list includes xanthan gum (E415) as a thickener, lutein (E161b) as a colour, lactic acid (E270) as an acidifier, and a natural flavouring, all of which are typical of highly processed foods.

How does the salt content of this vinaigrette affect a hypertensive diet?

With 1.7 g of salt per 100 ml, the dressing contributes about a third of the World Health Organization’s recommended daily sodium limit, so regular consumption can raise blood pressure and should be limited for people managing hypertension.

Is the mustard in Vinaigrette Fines Herbes a concern for people with a mustard allergy?

Yes, the product contains Dijon mustard, which is listed as a top allergen; anyone allergic to mustard should avoid this vinaigrette entirely.

Bouton d'or • 500 ml

Vinaigrette Fines Herbes 500ml

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Vinaigrette Fines Herbes is a 500 ml bottle of herb‑flavoured salad dressing marketed by Bouton d’or. It belongs to the Fat and sauces (Dressings and sauces) group, carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as NOVA 4, reflecting its high fat (≈25 g per 100 ml), high salt (1.7 g per 100 ml) and low sugar content. The formulation includes mustard, sulfites and several additives (E415, E161b, E270), which may be problematic for sensitive consumers despite its low sugar and moderate saturated‑fat levels.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal246 kcal

Fat25 g

Saturated Fat1.9 g

Carbohydrates4.5 g

Sugars1.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average salad dressing, this vinaigrette provides roughly twice the fat and about 40 % more calories, while delivering far less sugar, salt and saturated fat than typical products.

Ingredients

Eau, huile de colza 25%, vinaigre de vin (dont sulfites), moutarde de Dijon (eau, graines de moutarde, vinaigre d'alcool, sel), amidon modifié de pomme de terre, sel, vinaigre d'alcool, sucre, fines herbes déshydratées 0,48%, épaississant: gomme xanthane, acidifiant: acide lactique, arôme naturel, poivre, colorant : lutéine (E161b), jus concentré de citron.

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