Why is Melanzane alla Parmigiana classified as a moderately processed product (NOVA 3) and what additives does it contain?

The product is assigned to NOVA group 3 because its ingredients are mostly whole foods that have been cooked, grilled and combined, with only minimal processing such as the addition of citric acid (E330) as an acidity regulator; no other additives are listed.

How does the low sugar and salt content of this meal affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The very low sugar (3.4 g per 100 g) and negligible salt (0.002 g per 100 g) make the meal suitable for managing blood glucose and blood pressure, although individuals should still consider the overall calorie and saturated fat content.

Is the mozzarella in this product a concern for people with a milk allergy?

Yes, the mozzarella and the added cheese both contain milk, which is a listed allergen, so the product should be avoided by anyone who is allergic to dairy.

Picard • 300 g

Melanzane alla Parmigiana

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Melanzane alla Parmigiana is a frozen, one-dish meal that belongs to the Composite foods and One-dish meals family. It carries a Nutri-Score of A and is classified in NOVA group 3, offering low fat (2.9 g), low sugar (3.4 g), very low salt (0.002 g) and a high fruit-vegetable content of about 91% per 100 g. However, it contains dairy (mozzarella and cheese) which may be unsuitable for vegans or those with a milk allergy, and its protein (4 g) and carbohydrate (5.9 g) levels are modest compared with typical meals.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal70 kcal

Fat2.9 g

Saturated Fat1.5 g

Carbohydrates5.9 g

Sugars3.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average frozen ready-meal, this dish provides markedly less fat, saturated fat, sugar, salt and energy while delivering higher fiber, but it also contains lower protein and carbohydrate levels.

Ingredients

Pulpe de tomate 48,4%, aubergine grillée 38,3%, mozzarella 4,8% (lait, sel, présure, correcteur d'acidité : acide citrique), oignon, fromage (contient : lait), huile d'olive vierge extra 1%, amidon de maïs, sel, basilic, sucre, ail, marjolaine.

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450 g