Why does Boulettes à l’italienne have a Nutri‑Score of C, and which nutrients contribute most to this rating?

The Nutri‑Score of C is driven primarily by the product’s moderate amount of saturated fat (5 g) and salt (1 g) per 100 g, which generate negative points, while its relatively low fiber (1.6 g) and limited fruit/vegetable content add few positive points, yielding an overall score of 8 that places it in the C grade.

How might the salt content of 1 g per 100 g in these Italian meatballs affect individuals with hypertension?

A salt level of 1 g per 100 g is moderate and lower than many processed meats, but for people managing high blood pressure it still contributes to daily sodium intake and should be balanced with low‑salt foods throughout the day.

Is the wheat‑derived breadcrumb (containing gluten) in this product a concern for people with gluten intolerance or celiac disease?

Yes, the breadcrumbs are made from wheat flour and contain gluten, so the meatballs are not safe for anyone who must avoid gluten, such as individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Picard • 350 g

Boulettes à l’italienne

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Product Insights

Boulettes à l’italienne are frozen Italian‑style meatballs made from a blend of beef and veal, seasoned with tomato, herbs and extra‑virgin olive oil. They carry a Nutri‑Score of C and are classified in NOVA group 3, reflecting a moderate level of processing, with relatively high fat (13 g) and saturated fat (5 g) but low sugar (2.4 g) and modest salt (1 g) per 100 g. The ingredient list includes wheat‑based breadcrumbs, so the product contains gluten and may not be suitable for people with gluten intolerance.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal197 kcal

Fat13 g

Saturated Fat5 g

Carbohydrates7 g

Sugars2.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average values for similar meat dishes, these meatballs contain slightly more fat, saturated fat, sugar and carbohydrates, but less salt, protein and overall energy per 100 g.

Ingredients

Boulette à base de viande de bœuf et viande de veau assaisonnée 57,1% (viande de bœuf 14,8%, viande de veau 14,2%, eau, chapelure (farine de BLÉ (GLUTEN), eau, levure), oignons réhydraté, protéine de pois, sel, oignon, persil, poivre), pulpe de tomate au jus 24,8% (tomate, jus de tomate), purée de tomate double concentrée 7,3%, huile d'olive vierge extra 2,8%, eau, oignon préfrit (oignon, huile de tournesol), ail, basilic 1,2%, thym, poivre.

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