Why is Tzatziki - 180g classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The dip is made from Greek yogurt, cucumber, herbs and added oils, but it also includes processed ingredients such as a thickening agent (xanthane gum, E415) and a preservative (potassium sorbate); these industrial steps and additives place it in the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the sugar and salt content in this Tzatziki affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 2.9 g of sugars per 100 g, the dip is low-sugar and suitable for people managing diabetes, but its 0.83 g of salt per 100 g (about 1.5 g in a 180 g jar) is moderate and should be limited for those on a low-sodium or hypertensive diet.

Is the milk in this Tzatziki a concern for people with lactose intolerance or dairy allergy?

Yes, the product contains Greek yogurt, cream and low-fat cheese, all of which provide milk proteins and lactose, so it is not safe for individuals with dairy allergy or lactose intolerance.

Itinéraire des Saveurs • 180 g

Tzatziki - 180g

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Tzatziki - 180g is a creamy Greek-yogurt based dip that belongs to the Fat and sauces (Dressings and sauces) family. It carries a Nutri-Score of C and is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), with moderate fat, low sugar (2.9 g per 100 g) and moderate salt (0.83 g per 100 g); it also provides a relatively high protein content of 4.7 g per 100 g. The product contains milk allergens, a thickening agent (xanthane gum) and potassium sorbate as a preservative, which may be concerns for some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal106 kcal

Fat8 g

Saturated Fat2.5 g

Carbohydrates3.3 g

Sugars2.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment (10.95 g sugars, 12.01 g fat and 5.02 g salt per 100 g), this Tzatziki contains only 2.9 g sugars, roughly half the typical fat content and just 0.83 g salt, well below the category norms.

Ingredients

Yaourt** à la grecque 37% (lait** écrémé, crème**(dont lait), protéines de lait**, ferments lactiques),concombres 30%, fromage** frais à 0% de matières grasses (lait** pasteurisé, ferments (dont lait), coagulant microbien), eau,huile de colza, huile d'olive vierge extra, aneth 2%, sel, menthe 0,6%, ail,vinaigre d'alcool, épaississant : gomme de xanthane, conservateur : sorbatede potassium, poivre. **origine : France.

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