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

Piemontaise is labelled NOVA 4 because its formulation includes refined ingredients such as added dextrose (a sugar), a preservative (potassium sorbate, E202) and a thickening agent (xanthane gum, E415), as well as natural flavorings and other processed components that go beyond simple whole foods.

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive diet?

With 1.2 g of salt per 100 g, the salad provides about 20 % of the daily recommended maximum for sodium; it can contribute to higher blood pressure if consumed in large quantities, so people managing hypertension should limit their portion size.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

No, the salad contains pork‑derived ham, egg and egg‑yolk, so it is not vegan or halal for those avoiding pork, it has 7.9 g of carbohydrates per 100 g making it unsuitable for strict keto plans, and trace gluten is possible, so it cannot be considered gluten‑free.

Monique ranou • 300 g

Piemontaise

Composite Foods

Product Insights

The Piemontaise is a pre‑packed salad with cooked potatoes, tomatoes, superior ham and egg, sold in 300 g trays by Monique Ranou in French supermarkets. It belongs to the composite foods and one‑dish meals groups, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product that contains added sugars, a preservative (potassium sorbate) and a thickener (xanthane gum). Nutritionally it provides low sugars and moderate salt, modest protein and fiber, and about 106 kcal per 100 g, making it relatively low‑calorie but not particularly nutrient‑dense.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal106 kcal

Fat6.5 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates7.9 g

Sugars0.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average prepared salad, this Piemontaise contains less than half the sugar and salt, about 20 % less energy, but also provides roughly half the protein and fiber.

Ingredients

Pommesde terre cuites 48%, tomates 14%, eau, jambon cuit supérieur 9,5% (jambon deporc 8,6%* (Origine : France), eau, sel, dextrose, arôme naturel, bouillon delégumes, ferment), huile de colza, cornichon 4% (cornichon, eau, vinaigred'alcool, sel), oeuf 3%, vinaigre d'alcool, moutarde de Dijon (eau, graines de moutarde, vinaigre d'alcool, sel), sel, ciboulette, jaune d'oeuf, épaississant : gomme de xanthane, conservateur : sorbate de potassium.

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