Why is Plat cuisiné Moussaka classified as processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labeled NOVA 3 because it is a manufactured frozen dish that undergoes cooking, seasoning and blending of ingredients, but it does not contain added preservatives, colorings or artificial flavors. The ingredient list shows no additives (additives_n = 0); the only non‑nutrient components are salt and natural seasonings.

How does the salt content in this frozen moussaka affect a hypertensive diet?

Each 100 g portion contains 0.78 g of salt, which is considerably lower than the average frozen meal (about 3.5 g). This moderate level makes it a relatively better choice for people watching sodium, though individuals with hypertension should still monitor total daily intake.

Is this moussaka suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten‑free diets?

No. It contains beef, grated cheese (milk) and wheat‑based breadcrumbs, so it is neither vegan nor gluten‑free. With 6.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, its carb level is higher than typical keto standards, making it unsuitable for strict keto diets.

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Plat cuisiné Moussaka 1kg

Composite Foods

Product Insights

The Plat cuisiné Moussaka 1kg is a frozen, ready‑made one‑dish meal classified under composite foods and one‑dish meals. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C, belongs to NOVA group 3, and offers moderate fat and salt levels with low sugars, but provides less protein and fiber than typical frozen meals. While it contains no artificial flavors, preservatives or colorings and includes vegetables, it also contains beef, cheese, wheat breadcrumbs and traces of common allergens, making it a processed but not ultra‑processed product.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal95 kcal

Fat5.6 g

Saturated Fat1.8 g

Carbohydrates6.2 g

Sugars2.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average frozen ready‑meal, this moussaka contains about one‑third the salt and half the calories, while its fat, saturated fat and sugars are slightly below average, though it also provides less protein and fiber.

Ingredients

Eau, viande de boeuf 13% (origine: France), aubergines préfrites 12% (aubergines 9%, huile de tournesol), aubergines grillées 10%, tomates 9%, oignons 8,5%, double concentré de tomates 7,7%, jus de tomates 3,8%, carottes 3%, FROMAGE râpé 2%, amidon de maïs, chapelure (farine de BLÉ, sel, levure), sel, huile d'olive vierge,ail, paprika, thym, romarin, poivre, laurier. traces éventuelles de crustacés, mollusques, moutarde, céleri, poissons, soja, graines de sésame et oeuf

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