Why is Sauce burger classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The sauce is deemed ultra‑processed because it combines many refined ingredients such as refined rapeseed oil, sugar, concentrated tomato puree, and added emulsifiers and thickeners, all of which are industrially prepared. It lists four additives: E160c (paprika extract colour), E161b (lutein colour), E330 (citric acid as acidifier) and E415 (xanthan gum as thickener).

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

With 12 g of sugar per 100 g, the sauce can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose, making it unsuitable as a regular sweetener for people managing diabetes. The 2 g of salt (0.8 g sodium) is moderate; while lower than the average condiment, it still contributes to daily sodium intake and should be limited for individuals on a low‑salt or hypertensive diet.

Is the egg yolk in this sauce a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes. The ingredient list includes egg yolk, which is a recognized egg allergen, so anyone with an egg allergy should avoid this sauce.

U • 252 g

Sauce burger 252g

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Sauce burger 252 g is a ready‑to‑use burger condiment classified in the Dressings and sauces group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is placed in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with a high fat content (52 g per 100 g), elevated calories (531 kcal), moderate sugar (12 g) and low fiber (0.7 g). While the sauce provides the typical richness from rapeseed oil and adds flavor through mustard, egg yolk, and tomato puree, it also contains several food additives (E160c, E161b, E330, E415) and allergens (egg, mustard) that may be undesirable for health‑conscious or allergen‑sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal531 kcal

Fat52 g

Saturated Fat4.3 g

Carbohydrates14 g

Sugars12 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average condiments, this burger sauce supplies about four times more fat (52 g vs 12 g) and over twice the calories (531 kcal vs 183 kcal), slightly more sugar (12 g vs 10.9 g), but less salt (2 g vs 5 g) and half the fiber (0.7 g vs 1.4 g).

Ingredients

Huile de colza, eau, sucre, MOUTARDE 6.2% (eau, vinaigre d'alcool, graines de MOUTARDE, acidifiant : acide citrique, épice), jaune d'OEUF, purée de tomate double concentrée 5%, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, amidon de maïs, arôme naturel d'aneth, épices, jus de citron concentré, oignons en poudre, épaississant : gomme xanthane, persil, colorants : lutéine et extrait de paprika, arôme naturel. Origines: huile de colza et tomate UE et non UE

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