Why is Cassoulet classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product mixes several processed meat ingredients, added stabilisers, thickeners and flavourings, which places it in the NOVA 4 category; its additive list includes E450, E451, E250, E300, E401, E407 and E410.

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

With only 0.8 g of sugar per 100 g, the cassoulet is low‑sugar and suitable for diabetic diets, while its 1.1 g of salt is moderate and should be consumed in limited portions by people managing hypertension.

Is the wheat flour in this product a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes, wheat flour is present and contributes gluten, so the cassoulet is not safe for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Stéphan • 420 g

Cassoulet

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Cassoulet is a French canned one‑dish meal that combines beans, smoked pork sausages, pork meat, lard and tomato concentrate. Per 100 g it provides 114 kcal, 8.4 g protein, 4.1 g fiber, 4.9 g fat (1.8 g saturated) and 1.1 g salt, earning a Nutri‑Score of C and a NOVA 4 classification for ultra‑processed foods. The formulation includes multiple additives such as E450, E451, E250, E300, E401, E407 and E410, and it contains allergens like wheat (gluten), milk, soy and traces of mustard, which may limit suitability for certain consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal114 kcal

Fat4.9 g

Saturated Fat1.8 g

Carbohydrates7.1 g

Sugars0.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical canned bean dishes, this cassoulet contains about 80% less sugar, slightly less fat and salt, and offers higher protein and fiber per 100 g.

Ingredients

Eau, haricots trempés 35%, saucisses pur porc fumées 12,5% (morceaux de tête de porc, viande de porc, eau, gras de porc, farine de blé, protéines de soja, sel, plasma de porc, stabilisants : E450 et E451, épices, plantes aromatiques, gélifiants : E407 et E401, épaississant: E410, arôme de fumée, arômes naturels, dextrose, arôme naturel de paprika, conservateur : E250), un morceau de viande de porc traitée en Salaison 6,9% (viande de porc, eau, sel, plasma e porc, stabilisants : E450 et E451, antioxydant : E300), saucisson pur porc fumé 2,6% (morceaux de tête de porc, viande de porc, eau, gras de porc, farine de blé, protéines de soja, sel, plasma de porc, stabisants : E450 et E451, épices, plantes aromatiques, gélifiants: E407 et E401, arôme de fumée, arômes naturels, dextrose, arôme naturel de paprika, conservateur : E250), saindoux, farine de blé, concentré de tomate, amidon modifié de mais, sel, arômes naturels (lait) all sucre, poivre.

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