Why is Piémontese au jambon supérieur & tomates fraîches classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The salad is rated NOVA 4 because it includes several industrial ingredients and additives such as the preservative calcium disodium EDTA (E202), the acidity regulator sodium sulphate (E250), the antioxidant sodium ascorbate (E301), the thickener carrageenan (E415) and the antioxidant tocopherol (E428), all of which are typical of highly processed foods.

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

With only 0.7 g of sugar per 100 g, the salad has a negligible impact on blood glucose, making it relatively safe for diabetics; however, its 0.83 g of salt per 100 g, though lower than many ready meals, still contributes to daily sodium intake and should be limited for hypertension management.

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

Yes, the salad contains both whole egg and egg yolk, which are declared allergens; consumers with egg allergy should avoid this product as it is clearly labelled with the egg allergen.

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Piémontaise au jambon supérieur & tomates fraîches

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Piémontese-style potato salad with cooked ham, fresh tomatoes, pickles, eggs, mustard and rapeseed oil is a ready‑to‑eat French prepared meal sold in 1 kg trays. It belongs to the composite foods (one‑dish meals) group, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), containing five listed additives (E202, E250, E301, E415, E428) and allergens such as egg, mustard and sulphites. Nutritionally, it provides lower sugar (0.7 g) and salt (0.83 g) than average prepared salads, with modest fat (5.7 g) and protein (3.1 g) levels, but it is not suitable for vegans or those avoiding pork gelatin.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal103 kcal

Fat5.7 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates8.9 g

Sugars0.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical prepared salads, this Piémontese potato salad delivers far less sugar and salt while keeping fat and saturated fat slightly below average.

Ingredients

Pommes de terre cuites 52%, tomates 14%, jambon cuit supérieur 9,6% (jambon de porc 8,9%** (Origine : France), eau, sel, gélatine de porc, dextrose, conservateurs : E301, E250), eau, huile de colza, cornichon 4%, ŒUF 3 % , vinaigre d'alcool, moutarde de Dijon (eau, graines de MOUTARDE, vinaigre d'alcool, sel), jaune d'ŒUF, sel, épaississant : E415, conservateur : E202. Traces éventuelles de : gluten, mollusques, céleri. * Les pommes de terre, les tomates, les cornichons et les œufs ne sont pas français. ** Pourcentages exprimés sur le poids total

84%

35%

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