Why is Salade de thon classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It receives a NOVA 4 rating because the formulation includes ingredients that are not in their natural state, such as added sugars, a xanthan‑gum thickener (E415), and the use of concentrated lemon juice and flavorings; these processing steps move it into the ultra‑processed category.

How does the sugar and salt content in this salad affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 2.9 g of sugar and 1.2 g of salt per 100 g, the product is lower in both sugar and sodium than many ready‑made salads, making it a relatively safer choice for diabetics and people managing blood pressure, though portion control is still recommended due to total carbohydrate and sodium load.

Is the tuna in this product a concern for people with a fish allergy?

Yes; tuna (skipjack) is listed as the main ingredient and is flagged as a fish allergen, so anyone with a fish allergy should avoid this salad, and the label also notes the presence of gluten from pre‑cooked wheat, which may affect other sensitivities.

Carrefour • 210 g

Salade de thon

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Salade de thon is a ready‑to‑eat tuna and vegetable salad with pre‑soaked green lentils, red bell peppers, peas and a citrus‑balsamic dressing, packaged in a cardboard fork‑included container and made in France. It belongs to the Composite foods / One‑dish meals group, carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) due to added sugars, xanthan‑gum thickener and other processed ingredients. Nutritionally it offers relatively low fat (4.7 g), sugar (2.9 g) and salt (1.2 g) per 100 g, all below typical prepared‑salad averages, while providing high protein (11 g) and dietary fiber (3.5 g), though it contains fish and gluten allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal141 kcal

Fat4.7 g

Saturated Fat0.6 g

Carbohydrates12 g

Sugars2.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average prepared salads, this tuna salad contains less fat, sugar and salt, but significantly more protein and fiber per 100 g.

Ingredients

_Thon_ listao 25% (Katsuwonus pelamis), lentilles vertes pré-trempées 19%, poivrons rouges 11,4%, petits pois 9,5%, eau, _blé_ précuit 7,6%, oignons 3,8%, vinaigre balsamique de Modène (vinaigre de vin, moût de raisin), huile de colza, jus de citron 2,2%, huile d'olive vierge extra, jus de citron reconstitué 1,7%, sucre, sel, zeste de citron 0.4%, arôme naturel de citron, zeste d'orange 0,2%, poivre noir, arôme naturel d'orange, épaississant : gomme xanthane. Zone de pêche FAO : voir sur l'opercule.

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