Why is Parmentier de canard classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is grouped in NOVA 4 because it combines multiple processed ingredients such as cooked mashed potato, duck fat, cheese, cream, and a variety of seasonings, and it undergoes industrial freezing and packaging; however, the ingredient list shows zero added synthetic additives.

How does the saturated fat content in this product affect a heart‑healthy diet?

With 2.9 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the dish exceeds the average saturated fat level for frozen meals and can contribute to higher LDL cholesterol if consumed frequently, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Is the duck fat used in Parmentier de canard a concern for sustainability?

Duck fat is derived from the same animal used for the meat, so it does not add separate livestock pressure, but its production is less common than chicken or pork fat and may have a higher environmental footprint per kilogram; overall impact remains moderate compared with plant‑based fats.

Thiriet • 350 g

Parmentier de canard

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Parmentier de canard is a frozen one-dish meal classified in the Composite foods and One-dish meals groups. It carries a Nutri-Score of C and is assigned to NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra-processed product with moderate fat, moderate saturated fat and low sugar but a relatively high protein content. While the salt level is lower than many comparable meals, the presence of dairy allergens and duck fat may be a concern for some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal133 kcal

Fat6.6 g

Saturated Fat2.9 g

Carbohydrates9.1 g

Sugars1.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical frozen meals, this duck shepherd's pie contains less sugar and salt, more protein, but higher saturated fat and overall fat than the category averages.

Ingredients

Purée de pomme de terre cuisinée 62,6% (purée de pomme de terre (pomme de terre, eau), eau, _lait_ entier en poudre (_lait_), emmental (_lait_), _crème_ fraîche liquide (_lait_) 1,8%, sel, poivre blanc), effiloché de canard maigre confit 21,6% (viande de manchon de canard (origine : France), viande de cuisse de canard (origine : France), gras de canard, graisse de canard, sel), eau, oignon 3,9%, extrait de poulet (eau, os et viande de poulet (origine : France)), champignon de Paris 1,7%, chapelure 1,4% (farine de _blé_ (_gluten_ (_blé_)), levure, sel), graisse de canard, sel, Madère, farine de riz, persil, poivre blanc

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