Why is Piperade à la basquaise classified as ultra processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The dish is labeled NOVA 4 because it includes processed ingredients such as modified corn starch and a double concentrated tomato extract, and it contains two recognized additives: the acidity regulator citric acid (E330) and a sulfite blend (E14xx) used for preservation.

How does the sugar and salt content in this Piperade affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

With 6.3 g of sugars per 100 g, the product provides more sugar than the average ready meal, which can raise blood glucose levels and should be limited in diabetic meal plans; its 0.9 g of salt per 100 g is lower than many processed foods, making it a comparatively better choice for hypertension but still contributes to daily sodium intake.

Is the piment d'Espelette in this product a concern for people who are sensitive to spicy foods or have capsicum allergies?

Piment d'Espelette adds a mild heat and accounts for 0.09 % of the formulation; it may trigger discomfort in individuals who are sensitive to spicy peppers or have a specific capsicum allergy, though the amount is low and generally well tolerated by most consumers.

Carrefour • 520 g

Piperade à la basquaise

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Product Insights

This ready to eat Piperade à la basquaise is a plant based one dish meal made in France, containing tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and a blend of olive and rapeseed oils. It carries a Nutri Score of A and falls into the ultra processed NOVA 4 category, offering low saturated fat and modest calories but a relatively high sugar level and moderate salt. While the fiber content meets the category average and the product is free from major allergens, the added sugars and the presence of trace allergens such as celery and gluten may be a drawback for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal59 kcal

Fat2 g

Saturated Fat0.3 g

Carbohydrates7.7 g

Sugars6.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical ready meal averages, this Piperade contains about half the fat and a third of the calories but roughly double the sugar and far less salt.

Ingredients

Pulpe de tomates 55,6% (tomates, purée de tomate, correcteur d'acidité : acide citrique), oignons 15%, poivrons verts et rouges 15%, double concentré de tomates 3%, sucre, huile d'olive vierge, amidon modifié de maïs, sel, ail, huile de colza, jus concentré de citron, piment d'Espelette 0,09%, thym, laurier, poivre.

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