Why is Croc' Seitan Courgettes & Chèvre aux pignons de pin classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The NOVA system assigns group 4 to foods that undergo multiple industrial steps such as refined grain extraction, extrusion, and the addition of flavorings or binders; although the ingredient list shows no explicit additives, the combination of isolated wheat gluten, refined flours, and processed vegetable oils qualifies the patty as ultra‑processed.

How do the sugar and salt levels in this patty affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 2.5 g of sugars per 100 g, the patty adds only a modest amount of carbohydrate and is unlikely to spike blood glucose sharply, but the 1.1 g of salt contributes roughly 45 % of the recommended daily limit, which may be a concern for hypertension and should be balanced with low‑sodium meals.

Is this product suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or low‑carb diets?

No. The patty contains wheat gluten and wheat flour, making it unsuitable for gluten‑free diets, and it includes goat cheese, so it is not vegan; however, at 20 g of carbohydrates per 100 g it is relatively moderate for low‑carb plans compared with many meat‑alternatives.

Soy • 2 * 100g

Croc' Seitan Courgettes & Chèvre aux pignons de pin

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Croc' Seitan Courgettes & Chèvre aux pignons de pin is a seitan‑based vegetarian patty that belongs to the cereals and potatoes food group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is placed in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed status despite having no listed additives, with 13 g protein, 3.8 g fiber and low sugars (2.5 g/100 g) but a moderate fat level (7.2 g) and 1.1 g salt. The product is not suitable for vegans or gluten‑free diets, contains milk from goat cheese, and the relatively high salt and fat may be concerns for those monitoring sodium or calorie intake.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal204 kcal

Fat7.2 g

Saturated Fat0.9 g

Carbohydrates20 g

Sugars2.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average meat‑alternative products, this patty contains far less sugar (2.5 g vs 9 g), slightly more fat (7.2 g vs 6.9 g) and about half the salt (1.1 g vs 2.96 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

Seitan de blé* 38,9% (eau, gluten de blé*, farine de blé*, sel de mer), courgettes* 34,7%, riz complet* cuit, farine de blé*, oignons*, flocons d'avoine complète*, huile de tournesol oléique désodorisée, fromage de chèvre* (sans présure animale) 2,3%, pignons de pin* 0,8%, sel de mer, graines de pavot*, concentré de tomates*, origan*. *Ingrédients issus de l'agriculture biologique Fabriqué dans un atelier qui utilise œufs, soja, céleri, fruits à coque, sésame, moutarde et lupin.

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