Why is Macédoine aux 5 légumes classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is marked NOVA 4 because the recipe includes refined vegetable oil, mustard, egg yolk and several food‑industry additives such as citric acid (E330) as an acidifier and xanthan gum (E415) as a thickener, which are typical of ultra‑processed foods.

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

At 1.5 g of sugar per 100 g the product is relatively low‑sugar for a snack, but the 0.76 g of salt (≈0.3 g sodium) may contribute to daily sodium limits, so it should be consumed in moderation by people managing blood glucose or blood pressure.

Is the egg yolk in this product a concern for individuals with egg allergies?

Yes, the ingredient list includes egg yolk, which is a recognized allergen; anyone with an egg allergy should avoid this medley.

Carrefour • 300g

Macédoine aux 5 légumes

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Macédoine aux 5 légumes is a frozen, plant‑based appetizer marketed as a salty snack. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B, falls into NOVA group 4, and per 100 g provides 123 kcal, 10 g fat (0.7 g saturated), 0.76 g salt, 1.5 g sugars, 2.4 g protein and 3.8 g fiber. The product is rich in mixed vegetables (78.5 % of the formulation) delivering dietary fiber, but its relatively high fat content, moderate salt level and the presence of added citric acid (E330) and xanthan gum (E415) reflect its ultra‑processed nature.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal123 kcal

Fat10 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates3.5 g

Sugars1.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average salty snacks, this medley contains far less sugar (1.5 g vs 3.84 g), lower fat (10 g vs 23.6 g) and markedly less salt (0.76 g vs 52.4 g), while also providing less protein and fiber than the typical snack.

Ingredients

Macédoine de légumes 78,5% (carottes, haricots verts, petits pois doux, navets, flageolets verts), huile de colza, eau, moutarde de Dijon (eau, graines de moutarde, vinaigre d'alcool, sel), jaune d'œuf, sel, sucre, vinaigre d'alcool, acidifiant : acide citrique, épaississant : gomme xanthane, poivre.

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