Why is steaks de soja le gaulois végétal classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines many isolated ingredients, rehydrated soy and wheat proteins, refined oils, powdered egg white, and added flavors, plus a functional gelling agent (methylcellulose). Such extensive industrial formulation with additives classifies it as ultra‑processed under the NOVA system.

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

At 1.1 g of salt per 100 g, the product provides a moderate sodium level that is close to the average for plant‑based meat alternatives; it can fit into a low‑sodium plan only if the rest of the day's meals are very low in salt.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for strict vegan diets?

No. Although the base proteins are plant‑derived, the inclusion of powdered egg white makes the product non‑vegan; it is suitable only for vegetarians who consume egg products.

Le gaulois • 2 x 100 g

steaks de soja le gaulois végétal

Plant Based Foods And Beverages

Product Insights

Steaks de soja le gaulois végétal are soy‑based steak alternatives packaged in 200 g individual trays, marketed as vegetarian and high‑protein. Per 100 g they deliver 17 g of protein, low sugars (1.8 g) and saturated fat (1 g), but contain a moderate amount of total fat (11 g) and salt (1.1 g; Nutri‑Score A, NOVA 4 indicating an ultra‑processed product). The formulation includes soy protein, wheat protein, egg‑white powder (making it non‑vegan), methylcellulose as a gelling agent, and may have traces of milk, celery and mustard, which are relevant allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal192 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Carbohydrates4.1 g

Sugars1.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average plant‑based meat analogue, this soy steak contains far less sugar and fat, about the same salt, and roughly three times more protein.

Ingredients

Ingrédients (à la mise en œuvre): Protéines de SOJA réhydratées : 49% (dont eau, huile de colza), eau, oignons, protéines de BLÉ réhydratées : 7% (dont eau), eau, blanc d'OEUF en poudre, arômes naturels, fibres de SOJA, sel, extrait de MALT (ORGE), gélifiant : méthylcellulose. Huile de tournesol. Peut contenir des traces de lait, de céleri et de moutarde

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