Why is White hake with lemon sauce classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Because it is a ready‑meal that combines several processed components such as pre‑cooked bulgur, cream, butter and a thickened lemon sauce, it is placed in NOVA group 4. The only listed additive is xanthan gum (E415), used as a thickener; no artificial flavours or preservatives are added.

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive or low‑sodium diet?

With 0.6 g of salt per 100 g, the product is relatively low in sodium compared with many frozen meals, making it compatible with a moderate‑salt diet, but it still contributes to daily intake and should be considered in overall meal planning for hypertension.

Is the dairy content (cream, butter, milk proteins) in this product a concern for people with lactose intolerance or milk allergy?

Yes, the meal contains cream, butter and added milk proteins, all of which are dairy allergens. It is not suitable for consumers with lactose intolerance or a milk allergy.

William Saurin • 320 g

Merlu blanc sauce citron

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Product Insights

White hake with lemon sauce is a frozen one‑dish meal featuring a white hake fillet, pre‑cooked bulgur, potatoes and a creamy lemon sauce. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B, falls into NOVA group 4 indicating an ultra‑processed ready‑meal, and is marketed as sustainable with MSC‑certified fish and no artificial flavours or preservatives. Nutritionally it is low in sugars and salt and moderate in fat, but provides only 5.4 g protein and 0.9 g fibre per 100 g, and contains dairy and gluten allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal94 kcal

Fat3.4 g

Saturated Fat1.6 g

Carbohydrates10 g

Sugars2.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average frozen fish meal, this product contains significantly less sugar, fat, saturated fat and salt, while providing fewer proteins and fiber.

Ingredients

Pavé de merlu blanc, boulgour précuit (dont blé dur, eau), eau, patate douce, pommes de terre, crème, beurre, amidons, huile de colza, sel, farine de blé, oignons, épices, zeste de citron 0,3%, jud de citron concentré, plante aromatique, extrait de carthame, arôme naturel de citron, vin blanc, épaississant : gomme xanthane, protéines de lait.

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