Why is Pâte à tartiner à la pistache classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labeled ultra‑processed because the formulation relies on refined sugar, sunflower oil, whey powder, milk powders and emulsifiers rather than whole foods; the listed additive is E322 (sunflower lecithin) used as an emulsifier, along with a natural vanilla flavor.

How does the high sugar and saturated fat content affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 47 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetic meal plans, while the 9.1 g of saturated fat contributes to elevated cholesterol; low salt (0.16 g) is less of a concern for hypertension, but overall calorie and fat density may impact heart‑health goals.

Is the pistachio content in this spread a concern for people with tree nut allergies?

Yes, the product contains pistachio paste, pistachio flour and chopped pistachios, which are tree nuts, so it should be avoided by anyone allergic to nuts, and it also lists milk and lactose as allergens.

Monoprix,Monoprix Gourmet • 200 g

Pâte à tartiner à la pistache

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Pâte à tartiner à la pistache is a sweet pistachio spread marketed for breakfast and snacking. It belongs to the sugary snacks group, carries a Nutri‑Score of E, falls in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, and provides 577 kcal per 100 g with high fat (38 g), saturated fat (9.1 g) and sugar (47 g), while offering low salt (0.16 g) and modest fiber (1.5 g). The spread delivers some protein (6.9 g) and pistachio flavor, but its high calorie density, added sugars and presence of milk and nut allergens limit its suitability for health‑focused or allergen‑restricted diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal577 kcal

Fat38 g

Saturated Fat9.1 g

Carbohydrates51 g

Sugars47 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet spread, this pistachio spread contains less sugar and salt but markedly more fat, saturated fat, protein and calories.

Ingredients

Sucre - huile de tournesol - pâte de pistaches 16% - lactosérum en poudre - lactose - beurre de cacao - lait écrémé en poudre - lait entier en poudre - farine de pistache 2,3% - pistaches hachées 0,97% - émulsifiant : lecithines de tournesol - arôme naturel de vanille. Traces d'autres fruits à coque, soja et de poisson.

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