Why is Taboulé à l'orientale classified as processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product mixes multiple industrially prepared ingredients such as rehydrated raisins, concentrated lemon juice, refined colza oil and a preservative, which places it in NOVA group 3; the only listed additive is potassium sorbate (E202) used as a preservative.

How does the sugar and salt content of this tabbouleh affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 2.6 g of sugars per 100 g, the salad is low in simple carbohydrates and can fit into a diabetic meal plan, while its 0.8 g of salt per 100 g is lower than many ready meals, making it acceptable for hypertension but still contributing to daily sodium intake.

Is Taboulé à l'orientale suitable for a vegan or gluten‑free diet?

No; although the main ingredients are plant‑based, the formulation includes durum wheat semolina and traces of other gluten‑containing cereals, so it is not gluten‑free, and the label reports traces of milk, egg, fish, crustaceans and mustard, which makes it unsuitable for vegans.

U • 300 g

Taboulé à l'orientale 300g

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Taboulé à l'orientale is a pre‑packed one‑dish meal classified under the Composite foods and One‑dish meals groups. It delivers a Nutri‑Score of C, belongs to NOVA group 3, and offers low sugars (2.6 g), moderate fat (6.5 g) with low saturated fat (0.5 g) and a modest salt level (0.8 g), while providing 2.2 g of fiber but only 4.7 g of protein per 100 g. The salad contains several allergens, including gluten, milk, egg, fish, crustaceans and mustard, and incorporates the preservative potassium sorbate (E202).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal174 kcal

Fat6.5 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates23 g

Sugars2.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average pre‑packed Eastern‑style tabbouleh, this salad contains slightly more fat (6.5 g vs 5.94 g) and markedly less salt (0.8 g vs 3.55 g), while its protein content is considerably lower (4.7 g vs 7.2 g) and its sugar and saturated‑fat levels are below the category means.

Ingredients

Eau, semoule de BLE dur 29%, poivron 9%, tomate 6%, concombre 6%, huile de colza, jus de citron à base de concentré, oignon 3%, raisin sec réhydraté 2% (raisin sec, eau), vinaigre d'alcool, menthe 0,9%, sel, conservateur : sorbate de potassium, ail en poudre, cumin, poivre, curcuma. Traces éventuelles d'arachides, céleri, autres céréales contenant du gluten, crustacés, fruits à coque, graines de sésame, lait, moutarde, oeuf, poissons et soja. Origines : Blé Amérique et/ou Europe et/ou Océanie*. Poivron, tomate et oignon Afrique et/ou Asie et/ou Europe*. Concombre Afrique et/ou Europe*. Raisin sec et menthe Asie et/ou Europe*. *Selon les approvisionnements.

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