Why is Moussaka a la libanaise classified as processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additive does it contain?

The product is placed in NOVA group 3 because its ingredients undergo several processing steps, such as pre‑fried eggplant and cooked chickpeas, and the formulation includes the single additive citric acid (E330) used as an acidity regulator.

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive diet?

With 0.63 g of salt per 100 g (about 0.25 % sodium), the moussaka contributes less salt than many prepared meals, yet it still adds to daily sodium intake, so individuals with hypertension should consume it in moderation and balance it with low‑salt foods.

Is Moussaka a la libanaise suitable for strict vegan or gluten‑free diets?

All listed ingredients are plant‑based, but the label notes possible traces of eggs, milk, nuts, sesame seeds and soybeans, and no gluten claim is made; therefore the product cannot be guaranteed vegan or gluten‑free.

Picard • 250 g

Moussaka a la libanaise

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Moussaka a la libanaise is a ready‑to‑heat Lebanese‑style moussaka classified as a composite food and one‑dish meal. It has a Nutri‑Score of A and falls in NOVA group 3, reflecting a processed product that contains the additive citric acid (E330). The dish provides low sugars and saturated fat, moderate salt, high fiber and vegetables, while its fat content is relatively high and protein content relatively low compared with average ready‑meals.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal133 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat1.3 g

Carbohydrates5.2 g

Sugars2.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical ready‑meal averages, this Lebanese moussaka contains less sugar, salt and calories and more fiber, but its fat content is almost double the category norm.

Ingredients

Aubergine préfrite 29,6% (aubergine 16,8%, huile de tournesol), tomate pelée concassée 29,6% (tomate pelée, purée de tomate, acidifiant: acide citrique, sel), oignon 22,2%, pois chiche cuit 8,8% (eau, pois chiche 2,9%), ail 2,9%, concentré de tomate 2,9% (tomate, sel, correcteur d'acidité: acide citrique), huile d'olive 2,9%, sel, poivre blanc.

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