Why is Riz Paëlla classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines several industrially treated ingredients such as chorizo, a chicken preparation, and a fish‑based seasoning, and it includes additives E250 (sodium nitrite, a preservative) and E160c (paprika extract used as colour), as well as a natural flavouring, which together qualify it as a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed food.

How does the sugar and salt content in Riz Paëlla affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 0.9 g of sugars per 100 g, the product is low in sugar and therefore has minimal impact on blood glucose, but the 0.78 g of salt per 100 g is relatively high for a low‑sodium diet and could contribute to elevated blood pressure if consumed regularly.

Based on its ingredients, is Riz Paëlla suitable for vegan, keto, halal or gluten‑free diets?

Riz Paëlla is not vegan because it contains chorizo, chicken and fish extract; it is not halal due to the presence of pork‑derived chorizo and sodium nitrite; it is not keto‑friendly because carbohydrates from rice (26.6 g per 100 g) dominate; and while it does not list wheat or gluten, the processed meat and seasoning may contain hidden gluten, so it cannot be guaranteed gluten‑free.

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Riz Paëlla

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Riz Paëlla is a ready‑to‑heat, one‑dish meal consisting of parboiled long‑grain rice, chorizo, chicken, peas and vegetables. It falls in the Composite foods / One‑dish meals group, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed product, with moderate fat (4.2 g), low sugars (0.9 g) and a relatively high salt level (0.78 g per 100 g). While it provides protein (4.9 g) and several vegetables, the presence of processed meat, added sodium nitrite and fish extract, as well as the overall energy (166 kcal) make it less suitable for low‑salt or clean‑eating diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal166 kcal

Fat4.2 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates26.6 g

Sugars0.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average ready‑meal, this paella contains substantially less sugar and salt and also lower fat, while delivering similar calories.

Ingredients

Riz long grain précuit à la vapeur (70%), chorizo (6.3%) (viande de porc origine U.E., eau, fécules de pomme de terre, herbes, épices, protéine de porc, sel, colorant (extrait de paprika), ail, conservateur (nitrite de sodium)), poivrons rougesv (4.7%), jus de citron (4.6%), préparation à base de poulet (filet de poulet origine U.E. (3.3%), eau,fécules de pomme de terre, sel), pois (3.1%), huile d'olive, Nuöc Mâm (extrait de poisson, sel, sucre), oignons en poudre, arôme naturel, épices, extrait de levure, extrait d'épices, safran (0.01%).

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