Why is Taboulé oriental à la menthe classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is placed in NOVA group 4 because it combines rehydrated durum wheat semolina, multiple refined oils, a glaze on the raisins and a vinegar dressing, all of which involve industrial processing steps; however, the label lists no added food additives, so the ultra‑processed rating stems from the formulation and processing rather than added additives.

How does the sugar and salt content of this tabbouleh affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 6.3 g of sugar and 1.1 g of salt per 100 g, the product provides more sugar than the average prepared salad, which can raise blood glucose levels for diabetics, while the salt amount remains moderate and is lower than many ready meals, making it less risky for hypertension but still requiring portion control.

Is the wheat (gluten) in this tabbouleh a concern for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance?

Yes, the primary ingredient is durum wheat semolina, which contains gluten; therefore the product is unsuitable for anyone who must avoid gluten, such as individuals with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

Monoprix • 300 g

Taboulé oriental à la menthe

Composite Foods

Product Insights

This product is a ready-to-eat Oriental tabbouleh with mint, packaged by Monoprix in a 300 g plastic tray. It belongs to the Composite foods and One‑dish meals groups, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra-processed formulation despite a short ingredient list. Per 100 g it offers moderate energy (162 kcal), low saturated fat (0.5 g) and salt (1.1 g) but contains higher than average sugars (6.3 g) and limited protein (4.6 g), making it a modestly balanced but not low‑sugar option.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal162 kcal

Fat3.6 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates27 g

Sugars6.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical prepared salads, this tabbouleh has lower fat, saturated fat, salt and calories but higher sugars and total carbohydrates.

Ingredients

Semoule de BLÉ dur réhydratée 65,1 % ( eau - semoule de BLÉ dur ) - tomates* 9 % - poivron rouge* 4 % - oignon* 4 % - huile de colza - poivron vert* 3 % - huile d'olive vierge extra - raisins secs 3 % ( raisins secs - agent d'enrobage : huile de colza ) - vinaigre d'alcool - menthe* 1,5 % - sel - curcuma. * ingrédients décongelés. Traces de CRUSTACÉS , POISSONS , ŒUFS , LAIT , SOJA , MOLLUSQUES , CÉLERI , MOUTARDE.

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