Why is ground black pepper classified as minimally processed (NOVA 1) and does it contain any additives?

Ground black pepper is made by drying and grinding pepper berries without additional ingredients, so it falls into the minimally processed NOVA 1 category and typically contains no additives.

How does the moderate salt content in ground black pepper affect a hypertensive diet?

At 1 g of salt per 100 g, the pepper is moderate, but because only small quantities are used in cooking, it usually does not significantly raise sodium intake; however, excessive use could contribute to higher salt consumption.

Is ground black pepper suitable for vegan and gluten‑free diets?

Yes, ground black pepper is derived entirely from plant material and contains no animal-derived ingredients or gluten, making it compatible with vegan and gluten‑free diets.

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Poivre noir moulu

Plant Based Foods And Beverages

Product Insights

Poivre noir moulu is a ground black pepper spice marketed by Eco+ and sold in a plastic pot with lid. It provides very low calories (about 17 kcal per 100 g), low fat, low sugars and low saturated fat, but contains a moderate amount of salt (1 g per 100 g) and is classified as minimally processed (NOVA 1) with a Nutri‑Score that is not applicable for spices. Its overall environmental performance is poor, receiving an Eco‑Score of F due to the plastic packaging and unknown ingredient origins.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal1 kcal

Fat1 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Carbohydrates1 g

Sugars1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average packaged foods, this pepper contains far less sugar (1 g vs 10.9 g) and fat (1 g vs 15.3 g) while its salt level (1 g) is roughly in line with the average of 1.04 g per 100 g.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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