Why is TORTELLINI AU PESTO, BASILIC ET PIGNONS classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines refined wheat flour, egg, multiple cheeses, processed pesto and several preservation and acidity‑regulating agents, which pushes it into the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category; its label lists additives E1105 (turmeric pigment), E200 (sorbic acid), E270 (lactic acid), E300 (ascorbic acid) and E330 (citric acid).

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

With 5.4 g of sugars and 0.73 g of salt per 100 g, the product delivers moderate carbohydrate and sodium levels that are lower than many ready‑made pastas, but portion control is still advisable for diabetics and those managing blood pressure, as the overall carbohydrate load can add up quickly.

Based on its ingredient list, is this product suitable for gluten‑free, vegan, or dairy‑free diets?

No, the tortellini contains wheat flour (gluten), eggs and several dairy ingredients such as ricotta, milk, butter, Grana Padano, Pecorino Romano and mascarpone, making it unsuitable for gluten‑free, vegan or dairy‑free dietary requirements.

Intermarché, Itinéraire des Saveurs • 250 g

TORTELLINI AU PESTO, BASILIC ET PIGNONS 250g

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

TORTELLINI AU PESTO, BASILIC ET PIGNONS is a 250 g fresh pasta product produced in France, featuring cheese‑filled tortellini with a basil‑pesto and pine‑nut coating. It belongs to the Cereals and potatoes group, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), providing 299 kcal, 13 g fat (2.9 g saturated), 5.4 g sugars, 0.73 g salt, 8.4 g protein and 4.6 g fiber per 100 g. The product contains allergens such as eggs, gluten and milk and includes additives E1105, E200, E270, E300 and E330, which may be a concern for those seeking cleaner labels.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal299 kcal

Fat13 g

Saturated Fat2.9 g

Carbohydrates39 g

Sugars5.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical fresh stuffed pasta, its sugar (5.4 g) and salt (0.73 g) are below the category averages of 9 g and 2.96 g, while its fat (13 g) exceeds the average 6.94 g, leading to a higher calorie density despite lower carbohydrates.

Ingredients

Pâtes (55%) : semoule de blé dur de qualité supérieure 20,6%, farine de blé tendre 20,6%, œufs 11%, eau. Farce (45%) : ricotta (lactosérum**, lait, crème**, sel), chapelure (farine de blé tendre, levure, sel), pesto 5,4% [basilic 1,6%, huile d'olive extra vierge, Grana Padano AOP (lait, sel, présure, conservateur : lysozyme d'oeuf), Pecorino Romano AOP (lait de brebis, sel, présure), pignons de pin 0,1%, huile de tournesol, beurre**, sel, correcteur d'acidité : acide lactique, antioxydant : acide ascorbique, conservateur : acide sorbique], poudre de lactosérum**, eau, huile de tournesol, basilic 2,2%, Pecorino Romano AOP (lait de brebis, sel, présure), mascarpone (crème**, correcteur d'acidité : acide citrique), pignons de pin 0,45%, arômes naturels**, sel, ail.**dont laitPourcentages exprimés sur le produit fini

84%

35%

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