Why is Vinaigrette allégée Huile d'olive 13% et citron classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labeled NOVA 4 because the recipe combines multiple processed ingredients and additives, including a preservative (E14xx), a colourant (E161b – lutein), an acidity regulator (E330 – citric acid) and a thickening agent (E415 – xanthan gum), which move it beyond minimally processed dressings.

How does the sugar and salt content of this vinaigrette affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

The dressing is low in sugar (1.6 g per 100 ml), making it suitable for diabetic meal plans, but it contains 1.4 g of salt per 100 ml, which is moderate; individuals monitoring blood pressure should use it sparingly.

Is the presence of lactose and milk proteins in this dressing a problem for people who are lactose intolerant or allergic to milk?

Yes, the formulation includes lactose and milk proteins, so anyone with lactose intolerance or a milk allergy should avoid this product.

Auchan • 0.5 l

Vinaigrette allégée* Huile d'olive 13% et citron

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

The product is a reduced‑fat olive‑oil based vinaigrette marketed by Auchan, belonging to the Fat and sauces / Dressings and sauces families. It carries a NOVA 4 rating, indicating an ultra‑processed formulation that includes several additives such as E14xx (preservative), E161b (lutein colour), E330 (citric acid) and E415 (xanthan gum), and it is not vegan because it contains lactose and milk proteins. Nutritionally, it provides 237 kcal and 25 g of fat per 100 ml, with moderate saturated fat (2.6 g) and low sugar (1.6 g), while salt is 1.4 g; the presence of milk, mustard and sulfites may trigger allergies.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal237 kcal

Fat25 g

Saturated Fat2.6 g

Monounsaturated Fat0 g

Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average salad dressing, this vinaigrette delivers more than twice the fat (25 g vs 12 g) and calories (237 kcal vs 183 kcal), slightly higher saturated fat (2.6 g vs 2.14 g), but far less sugar (1.6 g vs 10.95 g) and considerably lower salt (1.4 g vs 5.02 g).

Ingredients

Eau, huile d'olive vierge extra 13%, huile de colza 12%, vinaigre de vin blanc (contient SULFITES), vinaigre d'alcool, sucre, sel, MOUTARDE de Dijon (eau, graines de MOUTARDE, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, acidifiant : acide citrique), amidon modifié de pomme de terre, jus de citron concentré 0,5%, épaississant : gomme xanthane, lactose (LAIT) et protéines de LAIT, arôme naturel de citron, colorant : lutéine.

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