Why is Old‑style mustard vinaigrette classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product mixes basic ingredients like water, oil and mustard with several industrial components, preservative potassium disulphite (E224), acidity regulator citric acid (E330), thickener xanthan gum (E415), and colour beta‑carotene (E160a), which are typical of ultra‑processed foods, placing it in NOVA group 4.

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

With only 1.9 g of sugar per 100 ml, the vinaigrette adds minimal glucose load for diabetics, but its 2.28 g of salt per 100 ml contributes about 9% of the recommended daily limit, so hypertensive individuals should use it sparingly.

Based on its ingredients, is this vinaigrette suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

The formulation contains no animal‑derived ingredients, making it vegan and gluten‑free; its low carbohydrate (≈3.5 g per 100 ml) profile fits a keto regimen, while the presence of alcohol‑based vinegar may raise concerns for strict halal observance.

belle France • 50cl

vinaigrette moutarde à l'ancienne

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Old‑style mustard vinaigrette is a French‑origin condiment classified in the “Fat and sauces” and “Dressings and sauces” groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is placed in NOVA group 4, reflecting an ultra‑processed product that is high in fat (25.5 g per 100 ml) and salt (2.28 g per 100 ml) while containing low sugar (1.9 g per 100 ml) and moderate saturated fat (1.9 g per 100 ml). The formula includes six food additives (E224, E330, E415, E160a and related variants) and allergens such as mustard and sulphites, which may be a concern for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal246 kcal

Fat25.5 g

Saturated Fat1.9 g

Carbohydrates3.5 g

Sugars1.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment in its category, this vinaigrette contains roughly double the fat and about 35% more calories, but its sugar and salt levels are well below typical values.

Ingredients

eau, huile de colza 25%, _moutarde_ à l'ancienne 7% (eau, graines de _moutarde_, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, conservateur : _disulfite_ de potassium, acidifiant : acide citrique), vinaigre d'alcool, vinaigre de vin blanc (dont _sulfites_), sel, sucre, amidon modifié de maïs, épaississant : gomme xanthane, colorant : béta-carotène (E160a), jus concentré de citron.

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