Why is Frites aux épices classified in NOVA group 3 and does it contain any additives?

The product is assigned to NOVA group 3 because its main ingredients, pre‑fried potatoes, added oils and seasonings, are industrially processed, but no separate food‑style additives are listed; the ingredient list contains only the core components and spices.

How does the high fat content of these spiced fries influence a heart‑healthy or weight‑management diet?

At 11 g of fat per 100 g, including 1.3 g of saturated fat, the fries contribute a significant amount of calories and can raise LDL cholesterol if consumed frequently, so they should be limited in a heart‑healthy or weight‑control plan despite their low sugar and salt levels.

Can people following vegan, gluten‑free, or low‑carb diets safely consume these spiced fries?

The product is vegan and gluten‑free, but it is relatively high in carbohydrates (24 g per 100 g) and fat, making it unsuitable for strict low‑carb or ketogenic diets, while the declared allergen traces (egg, milk, nuts, soy, celery) may affect those with related sensitivities.

Picard • 500gr

Frites aux épices

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

This frozen spiced French fry from Picard is made primarily of pre‑fried potatoes (96%) seasoned with sunflower oil, extra‑virgin olive oil, oregano and a blend of spices. It belongs to the “Potatoes” subgroup of the PNNS classification, carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is classified in NOVA group 3, indicating a processed but not ultra‑processed product. With 11 g of fat (including 1.3 g saturated), 0.9 g sugars, 0.21 g salt and 3.5 g fiber per 100 g, it offers modest protein but also a relatively high fat load and possible allergen traces (celery, egg, milk, nuts, soy).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal210 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat1.3 g

Carbohydrates24 g

Sugars0.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average frozen‑fries category (≈6.3 g fat, 2.1 g sugars, 3.1 g salt per 100 g), these spiced fries contain markedly more fat, far less sugar and a much lower salt level.

Ingredients

Pomme de terre préfrite 96.2% (pomme de terre 86.2%. huile de tournesol), huile d'olive vierge extra, origan 0,8%, épices 0.3% (paprika, cumin, coriandre, poivre noir, piment de Cayenne), sel, oignon, oignon grillé, poivron rouge, poivron vert, thym. Peut contenir des traces de: gluten, œuf, soja, lait, fruits à coque, céleri

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