Why is the Vinaigrette allégée en matières grasses à la moutarde à l'ancienne classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The product combines many refined ingredients such as rapeseed oil, modified potato starch, xanthan gum and several flavorings, and it lists five additives (E330 citric acid, E415 xanthan gum, E160 carotene, E160c paprika extract, and a generic E14xx additive), which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the salt and fat content of this mustard vinaigrette affect a hypertension or heart‑healthy diet?

With 2.2 g of salt and 26.4 g of fat per 100 g, the dressing contributes a significant amount of sodium and saturated fat, so individuals managing blood pressure or cardiovascular risk should use it sparingly and balance it with lower‑salt, lower‑fat foods.

Is the presence of milk proteins in this vinaigrette a concern for people with dairy allergy or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the formulation includes milk proteins, which are a recognized allergen; even though lactose is minimal, the product is not safe for anyone with a dairy allergy and should be avoided by those sensitive to milk.

U • 0.5000 l

Vinaigrette allégée en matières grasses à la moutarde à l'ancienne bouteille de 50cl

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

This 500 ml bottle contains a reduced‑fat mustard vinaigrette made with water, rapeseed oil, mustard, vinegars, sugar, modified potato starch, xanthan gum and a small amount of milk proteins. It belongs to the “Dressings and sauces” group, carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), reflecting its high fat (26.4 g per 100 g) and salt (2.2 g per 100 g) levels while providing modest fiber (0.7 g) and low sugars (1.5 g). The presence of milk proteins, mustard and sulfites may trigger allergies, and although the fat content is high, the product is marketed as low‑fat compared with traditional vinaigrettes, offering a trade‑off between flavor and nutritional concerns.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal257 kcal

Fat26.4 g

Saturated Fat2.1 g

Carbohydrates4 g

Sugars1.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average salad dressing, this vinaigrette has more than double the fat (26.4 g vs 12 g) and about 40 % more calories, but contains far less sugar (1.5 g vs 11 g) and roughly half the salt (2.2 g vs 5 g).

Ingredients

Eau, huile de colza 25%, MOUTARDE à l'ancienne 7% (eau, graines de MOUTARDE 2,1%, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, acidifiant : acide citrique), vinaigre de vin blanc (contient des SULFITES), vinaigre d'alcool, sel, sucre, amidon transformé de pomme de terre, épaississant : gomme xanthane, PROTÉINES DE LAIT, jus de citron concentré, colorants : carotènes et extrait de paprika, arôme naturel d'épices

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