Why is 8 Palets de légumes préfrits classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The patty undergoes multiple processing steps such as grinding, mixing with refined corn starch, sunflower oil, powdered egg and milk, and flash‑freezing, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 group; the only listed additive is E14xx, a food‑grade emulsifier/colorant used for texture and appearance.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 1.8 g of sugars and 0.5 g of salt per 100 g, the patty is relatively low in both nutrients, making it a safer choice for glucose control and blood‑pressure management, though it should still be balanced with other low‑sodium, low‑sugar foods throughout the day.

Is the egg content in this product a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes; the formulation includes powdered egg white and whole powdered egg, both of which are declared allergens, so anyone with an egg allergy should avoid this product.

Picard • 300 g

8 Palets de légumes préfrits

Composite Foods

Product Insights

The product is a frozen vegetable patty blend of leek, carrot, and broccoli sold by Picard under the Point Vert label. It belongs to the composite foods and one-dish meals category, carries a Nutri‑Score of A, and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), offering low sugar, low salt, low fat, and high fiber but modest protein and includes egg and milk allergens plus the additive E14xx. While its light calorie and fat profile makes it a convenient side, the processed nature and limited protein content mean it is best used as a complementary dish rather than a primary protein source.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal79 kcal

Fat4.7 g

Saturated Fat0.9 g

Carbohydrates3.2 g

Sugars1.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar frozen meals, this patty contains roughly half the sugar, fat, saturated fat, salt and calories, but also about half the protein and carbohydrates, while providing almost double the fiber.

Ingredients

Poireau 30%, carotte 30%, brocoli 25,9%, huile de tournesol, amidon transformé de maïs, blanc d’_œuf_ en poudre, _œuf_ entier en poudre, _lait_ entier en poudre, sel, arôme naturel de poireau avec autres arômes naturels, muscade, poivre blanc.

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