Why is Girasoli with grilled vegetables classified as a moderately processed product (NOVA 3) and what specific additive does it contain?

NOVA group 3 indicates that the product contains processed ingredients such as refined wheat flour, added salt, cheese and egg, but no industrial formulations that would place it in the ultra‑processed category; the only listed additive is citric acid (E330), which is used as an acidity regulator.

How does the sugar and salt content in this ravioli affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

The ravioli provides 2.2 g of sugar per 100 g, which is below the typical category average and therefore has a limited impact on blood glucose, but it contains 1.3 g of salt per 100 g, a moderate amount that may require portion control for people managing hypertension.

Is the wheat flour in this product a problem for consumers with gluten intolerance?

Yes, the product is made with soft wheat flour and durum semolina, both of which contain gluten, so it is unsuitable for individuals with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

U, U Bio • 250 g

Girasoli aux legumes grillés 250g0g

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Girasoli with grilled vegetables is a 250 g organic stuffed pasta (ravioli) that belongs to the Composite foods and One‑dish meals groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C, is classified as NOVA group 3, contains the additive citric acid (E330) and common allergens such as eggs, gluten and milk, while offering moderate fat, low sugars, low salt, and higher than average protein and fiber. The product is moderately processed, includes animal‑derived ingredients so it is not suitable for vegans, and the presence of allergens means consumers with sensitivities should check the label carefully.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal247 kcal

Fat9.5 g

Saturated Fat1.8 g

Carbohydrates30 g

Sugars2.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average meals, this ravioli has higher fat and calories, lower sugar and salt, and provides more protein and fiber per 100 g.

Ingredients

Farine de BLÉ* tendre 25%, courgette grillée* 12%, OEUF* entier 10 % (soit 314g par kilogramme de farine de BLÉ tendre et de semoule de BLÉ dur), chapelure* (farine de BLÉ*, levure, sel) , semoule de BLÉ* dure 6%, aubergine grillée* 6%, poivron rouge grillé* 6%, huile de tournesol*, MOZZARELLA* 4.6%, pulpe de tomate* (tomate*, acidifiant : acide citrique), épinard*, préparation au basilic* (basilic*, huile de tournesol*, sel), FROMAGE râpé*, tomate deshydratée*, citrouille*, sel, ail* . Soit 55% de farce et 45% de pâte à la farine de BLÉ tendre et à la semoule de BLÉ dur dans le produit. * ingrédient issu de l'agriculture biologique Traces éventuelles de soja et moutarde.

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