Why is Carottes râpées classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The salad includes several formulated ingredients such as a vegetable oil (rapeseed), liquid sugar, vinegar, mustard sauce, and a preservative (potassium sorbate, E202). It also uses thickeners (xanthan gum, E415 and guar gum, E412) and flavorings, which together place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the sugar and salt content in Carottes râpées affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

At 4.8 g of sugar per 100 g, the product provides a modest carbohydrate load that diabetics should monitor, especially if portion sizes exceed the label amount. The salt level is low at 0.6 g per 100 g, making it relatively safe for blood‑pressure control when consumed as part of a balanced diet.

Is the mustard in Carottes râpées a concern for people with mustard allergy?

Yes. The product contains Dijon mustard, which includes mustard seeds, and it is listed as an allergen. Individuals with a mustard allergy should avoid this salad.

Franprix • 300 g

Carottes râpées

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Carottes râpées is a ready‑to‑eat grated carrot salad packaged by Franprix, classified as a composite food in the one‑dish meals group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of A and is placed in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product that includes added oils, vinegar, sugar, mustard, preservatives and thickeners. Nutritionally, it offers low saturated fat and salt, high fiber, but provides modest protein and a slightly higher sugar content than typical vegetable dishes.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal72 kcal

Fat4.5 g

Saturated Fat0.3 g

Carbohydrates5.2 g

Sugars4.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical prepared vegetable dishes, this grated carrot salad contains more sugar (4.8 g vs 3.57 g) and significantly less salt (0.6 g vs 3.55 g), while offering higher fiber (3.1 g vs 2.08 g) but lower protein (1 g vs 7.16 g).

Ingredients

carottes râpées 81% - eau - huile de colza - vinaigre d'alcool - sucre liquide - moutarde de Dijon (eau - graines de moutarde - vinaigre - sel) - conservateur : sorbate de potassium - sel - épaississants : gomme xanthane, gomme guar - arômes - extrait de zeste de citron. Traces de céréales contenant du gluten, crustacé, œuf, poisson, lait, céleri, mollusque.

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