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

The product is labelled NOVA 4 because it includes several processed components such as rehydrated durum‑wheat semolina, refined vegetable oils, vinegar and a thickening agent; the only listed additive is xanthan gum (E415), used to improve texture.

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

At 3.3 g of sugars per 100 g, the product is relatively low in sugar and therefore has limited impact on blood glucose, but it contains 0.95 g of salt per 100 g, which contributes to daily sodium intake and may need to be limited for people managing hypertension.

Is the mustard in this product a concern for people with mustard allergy?

Yes. The Dijon mustard component contains mustard seeds, which are identified as an allergen; consumers with a mustard hypersensitivity should avoid this tabbouleh.

Monique Ranou • 500 g

Taboule oriental raisins 500 g liquide

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Taboule oriental raisins is a 500 g ready‑to‑eat Mediterranean‑style salad made from rehydrated durum‑wheat semolina, tomatoes, bell pepper, raisins, mint and herbs. It falls under the Composite foods / One‑dish meals group, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product due to ingredients such as rehydrated semolina, added oils, vinegar and the thickener xanthan gum. Nutritionally it provides 178 kcal, 7.5 g fat (including 0.9 g saturated), 4.3 g protein and 2.1 g fiber per 100 g, with low sugars and moderate salt, but its fat exceeds the average for similar salads and the presence of gluten and mustard may limit suitability for certain diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal178 kcal

Fat7.5 g

Saturated Fat0.9 g

Carbohydrates22 g

Sugars3.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical prepared salads, this tabbouleh has higher fat (7.5 g vs 5.94 g), lower sugar (3.3 g vs 3.57 g), markedly lower salt (0.95 g vs 3.55 g), and a similar energy level (178 kcal vs 174.6 kcal).

Ingredients

Semoule de blé dur réhydratée 63,6% (eau, semoule de blé dur), tomates 10%, poivron 7%, huile de colza, oignon 4%, vinaigre d'alcool, raisins secs 2% (agent d'enrobage : huile de colza), huile d'olive vierge extra, menthe 1%, sel, persil, moutarde de Dijon (eau, graines de moutarde, vinaigre d'alcool, sel), épaississant : gomme de xanthane, curcuma.

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