Why is Parmentier de boeuf Charolais classified as processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is placed in NOVA group 3 because it combines several processed ingredients such as cooked potatoes, butter, cream, grated cheese and a breadcrumb crust, but it does not contain any artificial additives or preservatives; the additive count is zero, and the only non‑nutrient ingredients are natural seasonings like salt, pepper and herbs.

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

With 3.2 g of sugar per 100 g, the pie provides slightly less sugar than the typical ready‑made meat dish, making it a relatively modest choice for diabetics, while its 0.73 g of salt per 100 g is well below the average 3.5 g for similar products, so it contributes less sodium than most ready‑made pies but still requires moderation for people managing hypertension.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for strict diets like Vegan, Keto, Halal, or Gluten‑Free?

No, the pie is not vegan because it contains beef, butter, cheese and cream; it is not halal as the beef is not certified halal; it is not gluten‑free due to the wheat‑based breadcrumb crust; and it is not keto‑friendly because the potatoes and breadcrumbs supply a high amount of carbohydrates, although it could fit a low‑carb plan if portion sizes are strictly limited.

Picard • 330 g

Parmentier de boeuf Charolais

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Parmentier de boeuf Charolais is a frozen, ready‑to‑heat French shepherd’s pie from Picard, made with Charolais beef, cooked potatoes, carrots, onions, butter, Comté cheese, cream and a breadcrumb topping. It belongs to the Composite foods and One‑dish meals groups in the French PNNS, carries a Nutri‑Score of D and falls in NOVA group 3, reflecting moderate total fat, high saturated‑fat (6.3 g per 100 g), moderate salt (0.73 g per 100 g) and low sugars (3.2 g per 100 g) while providing modest fiber and protein. The product contains the allergens milk and gluten, is packaged in a cardboard tray with a recyclable plastic film, and should be kept frozen until prepared.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal165 kcal

Fat9.8 g

Saturated Fat6.3 g

Carbohydrates7.9 g

Sugars3.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average ready‑made meat pie, this Parmentier contains about three times more saturated fat (6.3 g vs 1.9 g per 100 g) but offers lower sugar (3.2 g vs 3.6 g), markedly lower salt (0.73 g vs 3.6 g) and slightly fewer calories (≈165 kcal vs 175 kcal).

Ingredients

Pomme de terre cuite 48,1% (pomme de terre, eau), viande de bœuf charolais 24,1% (origine : France*), _beurre_ (_lait_), eau, _comté_ râpé AOP* * 5,1% (contient _lait_), _crème_ liquide (_lait_), oignon, chapelure 1,1% [farine de _blé_ (_gluten_), levure, sel], ail, sel, carotte, fond de veau concentré [bouillon de veau (eau, os et viande et graisse de veau (origine : France *)), eau, sel, graisse de veau (origine : France*), jus de légumes (extrait de carotte, extrait d'oignon, extrait de poireau, extrait d'ail), thym, laurier, huile de colza], huile d'olive vierge extra, poivre blanc, persil 0,02%, muscade *Issue d'animaux nés, élevés, abattus et transformés en France **A.O.P.: Appellation d'Origine Protégée

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