Why is 4 Mini-gratin dauphinois classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and does it contain any additives?

The dish combines several processed components such as pre‑cooked potatoes, semi‑skimmed milk, liquid cream, cheese and starches, and is packaged for convenience, which places it in the NOVA 4 category. The ingredient list does not declare any specific additives, so none are listed on the label.

How does the saturated fat and salt content of this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

At 4.4 g saturated fat per 100 g, the gratin contributes significantly to daily saturated‑fat limits, which can raise LDL cholesterol and is less suitable for heart‑healthy or low‑fat diets. Its salt level of 0.64 g per 100 g is moderate and adds to sodium intake, so individuals monitoring blood pressure should consume it sparingly.

Is the Emmental cheese in this product a concern for people with dairy allergies?

Yes. Emmental cheese is a dairy ingredient and is listed as an allergen (milk) on the label; anyone with a milk allergy should avoid this product.

Picard • 480 g

4 Mini-gratins dauphinois

Composite Foods

Product Insights

These 4 Mini-gratins dauphinois are a ready‑to‑heat French potato dish produced by Picard, packaged in a recyclable plastic bag placed inside a cardboard box. They belong to the Composite foods and One‑dish meals groups, carry a Nutri‑Score of C and are classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), offering a modest amount of protein and low sugars but relatively high saturated fat (4.4 g) and moderate overall fat (6.4 g) per 100 g. The product contains milk and traces of egg, so it is not suitable for those with dairy or egg sensitivities, yet it benefits from an Eco‑Score of A+ reflecting a strong environmental profile.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal123 kcal

Fat6.4 g

Saturated Fat4.4 g

Carbohydrates12 g

Sugars1.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average potato gratin (23 g carbs, 5.94 g fat, 1.94 g saturated fat, 3.55 g salt, 3.57 g sugars per 100 g), this product contains similar sugars and lower salt but its saturated fat at 4.4 g is almost three times the category norm.

Ingredients

Pommes de terre précuites 57,3% (pommes de terre, sel), LAIT demi-écrémé, crème liquide 11% (LAIT), Emmental 6,6% (contient LAIT; origine : UE), eau, amidon (maïs et/ou tapioca), sel, beurre (LAIT), ail, poivre. Peut contenir des traces de: gluten, crustacés, œuf, poissons, soja, fruits à coque, céleri, moutarde, sésame, mollusques.

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