Why is Tomato puree classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Tomato puree is actually classified as NOVA 3 (processed) because it contains only a small amount of added salt and the acidity regulator citric acid (E330); there are no other additives, so it is not ultra-processed.

How does the sugar and salt content in Tomato puree affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 3.5 g of sugar per 100 g, the puree has a negligible impact on blood glucose and is suitable for diabetic meal plans, while its 0.3 g of salt per 100 g is low compared with many sauces, making it acceptable for most hypertensive diets when used in moderation.

Based on its ingredient list, is Tomato puree suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten-free diets?

The product contains only tomato puree, salt and citric acid (E330), so it is vegan, gluten-free and halal, but its carbohydrate content of about 8 g per 100 g makes it unsuitable for strict keto regimens.

€CO • 500g

Purée de tomates

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Tomato puree is a plant-based sauce that belongs to the 'dressings and sauces' group, sold in 500 g recyclable Tetra Pak brick cartons. It carries a Nutri-Score A and falls into NOVA 3 (processed), providing 99.5% tomato puree with only added salt and the acidity regulator citric acid (E330), resulting in low fat, low sugar and modest salt (0.3 g per 100 g). While its high vegetable content and vegan certification are benefits, the presence of added salt and a food-grade acidifier means it is not a zero-additive product and should be used in moderation by those monitoring sodium intake.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal27 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates4 g

Sugars3.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sauces, this tomato puree contains just 3.5 g of sugar, virtually no fat, and 0.3 g of salt per 100 g, far below the category averages of 10.95 g sugar, 12.01 g fat and 5.02 g salt.

Ingredients

Purée de tomates 99,5%, sel, acidifiant: E330,

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