Why is Cabillaud, purée aux lentilles corail et artichauts classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The meal combines several industrially prepared components such as cream, butter, refined sunflower oil, almond paste, lemon concentrate and pre‑cooked lentils, which all involve multiple processing steps; these ingredients push the product into the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed category even though no listed E‑number additives appear on the label.

How does the saturated fat and overall fat content of this meal affect a heart‑healthy diet?

With 4.4 g saturated fat per 100 g, the product exceeds the recommended limit for saturated fat in a single serving and may raise LDL cholesterol, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet that includes lower‑fat options.

Is the ground almond in this product a concern for people with nut allergies?

Yes, ground almond is a tree nut and the product is flagged for nut allergens; individuals with almond or other nut allergies should avoid this meal.

Picard • 300g

Cabillaud, purée aux lentilles corail et artichauts

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Cabillaud, purée aux lentilles corail et artichauts is a frozen one‑dish meal that combines MSC‑certified cod, red lentils, artichoke hearts and vegetables. It offers 7.4 g protein, 2.9 g fiber and over 50 % fruit‑vegetable content per 100 g, and its Nutri‑Score is C. However, it is classified as NOVA 4 ultra‑processed, contains 11 g total fat with 4.4 g saturated fat, 0.72 g salt, dairy cream, butter and almonds, and lists fish, milk and nuts as allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal149 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat4.4 g

Carbohydrates4.7 g

Sugars1.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical frozen meals, this product has lower sugar (1.8 g vs 3.57 g), lower salt (0.72 g vs 3.55 g) and fewer calories (149 kcal vs 175 kcal), but its fat (11 g vs 5.9 g) and saturated fat (4.4 g vs 1.9 g) are considerably higher, while fiber (2.9 g vs 2.08 g) and protein (7.4 g vs 7.16 g) are slightly above average.

Ingredients

Filet ce cabillaud MSC qualité sans arête (poisson) 22,3%, cœur d'artichaut 19,3%, lentille corail cuite 8,9% (eau, lentille corail 4%), carotte 8,9%, eau, crème liquide (lait), oignon, jus de citron à base de concentré (eau, jus de citron concentré), amande hachée grillée 2,7%, beure (lait), huile de tournesol, câpre fine au vinaigre 2,5% (câpre salée (câpre, sel), eau, vinaigre d'alcool), lait de coco 2,3% (lait de coco, protéines de lait), purée de citron sucrée 1,8% (citron, jus de citron, sucre), roquette 1,3%, huile d'olive vierge extra, ail, noisette hachée grillée 0,8%, coriandre, échalote, gingembre, amidon de maïs, sel, cumin, persil, origan, mélange 5 baies, poivre blanc.

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