Why is Le Chili Con Carne et son riz blanc classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is actually placed in NOVA group 3, reflecting moderate processing rather than ultra-processing; it contains no listed food additives (additives_n = 0), with its processing limited to cooking, seasoning and vacuum-packaging.

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

With only 1.2 g of sugar per 100 g, the meal is low in sugar and generally safe for diabetic meal planning, but the 0.6 g of salt per 100 g still adds to daily sodium intake and should be limited by people with high blood pressure.

Are the trace amounts of milk and mustard in this meal a concern for people with lactose intolerance or mustard allergy?

Yes; the label notes possible trace contamination with milk and mustard, so lactose-intolerant individuals and those allergic to mustard should treat the product as unsafe or consult a healthcare professional before consumption.

Fleury Michon • 300g

Le Chili Con Carne et son riz blanc

Composite Foods

Product Insights

The product "Le Chili Con Carne et son riz blanc" is a French ready-to-heat, one-dish meal (PNNS groups: composite foods and one-dish meals) that combines beef, red beans, long-grain rice and vegetables in a tomato-based sauce. It carries a Nutri-Score of B (score 1) and belongs to NOVA group 3, indicating a moderately processed convenience food; it provides 6.2 g of protein and 3.7 g of fiber per 100 g but also contains 0.6 g of salt and 1.2 g of sugar, with a moderate fat content and low saturated fat. The meal is gluten-free and free from artificial flavors, preservatives and palm oil, but it may contain trace amounts of milk and mustard, which are noted as potential allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal123 kcal

Fat3.4 g

Saturated Fat1.1 g

Carbohydrates15 g

Sugars1.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical ready-meal averages, this chili con carne contains far less sugar (1.2 g vs 3.6 g), lower saturated fat (1.1 g vs 1.9 g) and markedly less salt (0.6 g vs 3.6 g), offers more fiber (3.7 g vs 2.1 g), and provides slightly less protein (6.2 g vs 7.2 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

Riz long cuit 31%, haricots rouges 22% (haricots, eau, sel), eau, viande de boeuf 12%, concentré de tomates 4,2%, poivrons rouges 3,8%, oignons 3,5%, vin rouge, tomates 1,9% (tomates, jus de tomates, jus de citron concentré), huile de colza, amidon de riz, épices 0,7%, sel, ail. Traces éventuelles de lait, moutarde. Viande de bœuf origine France. Les informations en gras et soulignées sont destinées aux personnes allergiques et intolérantes.

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