Why is Taboulé oriental aux raisins secs et menthe classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The salad combines processed grain (rehydrated semolina), flavored alcohol vinegar, natural aromatics, mustard and other seasonings, which places it in the ultra‑processed group; although no formal additives are listed, it includes natural flavorings, aromatic extracts and a processed mustard paste.

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

With 4.7 g of sugars and 1.1 g of salt per 100 g, the salad adds a moderate amount of sugar that can raise blood glucose levels and a salt level that, while lower than many frozen meals, may still contribute to sodium intake; people managing diabetes or high blood pressure should consume it in limited portions and balance it with lower‑sugar, low‑salt foods.

Is the mustard in this Tabouleh a concern for individuals with a mustard allergy?

Yes, the product contains Dijon mustard, which includes mustard seeds, and it is flagged as an allergen; anyone with a mustard allergy should avoid this salad.

SANS • 400 g

Taboulé oriental aux raisins secs et menthe

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Taboulé oriental aux raisins secs et menthe is a frozen, ready‑to‑eat Mediterranean‑style salad made primarily from rehydrated durum wheat semolina, vegetables, olive oil and dried raisins. It falls in the Composite foods / One‑dish meals group, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), reflecting its mixture of processed grains, flavored vinegar and various natural flavorings. The product offers modest calories (138 kcal per 100 g), low saturated fat and salt, but its total fat and sugars are above average for frozen meals while protein and fiber are comparatively low.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal138 kcal

Fat7.7 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Carbohydrates14 g

Sugars4.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average frozen meals, this Tabouleh is lower in calories, salt and saturated fat but higher in total fat and sugars, and it provides much less protein and fiber than typical products in the category.

Ingredients

Semoule de blé dur réhydratée 44% (semoule de blé dur 26%, eau) – tomate 11% - huile d’olive vierge extra 6,4% - vinaigre d'alcool aromatisé (vinaigre d'alcool, arôme naturel) - concombre - poivron rouge 5,2% - oignon - raisins secs 5,2% (raisins secs 5, 1%, huile de colza) - menthe 2,5% - eau - jus de citron à base de concentré - sel - huile de colza - sucre - amidon de riz - persil - arôme naturel de basilic - moutarde de Dijon (eau, graines de moutarde, vinaigre, sel) - ciboulette déshydratée - piment - arôme naturel de cardamome - cumin - arôme naturel de poivre.

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