Why is Hélios classified as a processed food (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

The salad is made from rehydrated grains, oils and a blend of fresh vegetables, which places it in NOVA group 3 for processed foods; the only listed additive is the preservative potassium sorbate (E202).

How does the salt content in Hélios impact a hypertensive diet?

At 0.75 g of salt per 100 g, Hélios provides a moderate amount of sodium that contributes to daily intake, so people with high blood pressure should count it toward their recommended limit.

Is Hélios suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or dairy‑free diets?

No; the salad contains feta cheese, which is dairy, and durum wheat semolina, which provides gluten, making it unsuitable for vegan, gluten‑free or dairy‑free diets.

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Hélios

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Hélios is a ready‑to‑eat composed salad from Pierre Martinet, classified as a composite one‑dish meal. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and belongs to NOVA group 3, offering 180 kcal, 8.4 g fat (1.6 g saturated), 4.6 g protein, 2.8 g fiber and low sugars (1.9 g) per 100 g. While the high vegetable share (44 %) and modest salt (0.75 g) are positives, the product includes gluten, dairy (feta) and the preservative potassium sorbate (E202), which may be concerns for certain consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal180 kcal

Fat8.4 g

Saturated Fat1.6 g

Carbohydrates20 g

Sugars1.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average prepared salads, Hélios contains markedly less sugar (1.9 g vs 3.57 g) and salt (0.75 g vs 3.55 g) but a higher fat level (8.4 g vs 5.94 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

Légumes 44% (concombres 16%, tomates 15%, poivrons oranges 8,6%, oignons rouges), boulghour réhydraté 18% (boulghour (blẻ), eau), semoule de blé dur réhydratée 15% (semoule de blé dur, eau), féta 5,7%, olives noires 3,6%, huile d'olive vierge extra, huile de colza, jus de citron à base de concentré, basilic, épices, condiment balsamique (vinaigre de vin, moût de raisin), poivrons rouges déshydratés, sel, conservateur : sorbate de potassium.

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