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

It receives a NOVA 4 rating because the recipe combines refined rapeseed oil, modified corn starch, brined vegetables, dehydrated onions and several processing steps such as brining, dehydration and flavoring. The label lists three additives: acetic acid (E260), citric acid (E330) and a generic flavoring (E14xx), in addition to natural flavor extracts.

How does the sugar and salt content in Sauce Tartare affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 1.9 g of sugars per 100 g, the sauce contributes minimally to carbohydrate load, but portion sizes can still add up. Its 1.4 g of salt per 100 g is lower than the average sauce yet represents a moderate sodium source, so people on low-salt diets should use it sparingly.

Based on the ingredients, is Sauce Tartare suitable for vegan, keto, halal or gluten-free diets?

The sauce is not vegan because it contains free-range egg yolk, and it is not strictly halal due to the presence of alcohol-derived vinegar, although some certifications may accept it. It is naturally gluten-free and its very low carbohydrate (4 g) and high-fat profile make it compatible with a keto regimen when consumed in limited portions.

Carrefour, Carrefour Classic' • 245 g

Sauce Tartare

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Sauce Tartare is a ready-to-use condiment packaged in a 245 g glass jar and belongs to the dressings and sauces family. It delivers 57 g of fat (including 4.6 g saturated fat), 1.9 g of sugars and 1.4 g of salt per 100 g, giving it a Nutri-Score of D and a NOVA 4 classification for ultra-processed foods. The formula benefits from free-range egg yolk, pickles, capers and herbs and is marketed as free of preservatives, artificial colors and flavors, but it does contain allergens (egg, mustard) and additives such as acetic acid (E260), citric acid (E330) and a flavoring (E14xx).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal535 kcal

Fat57 g

Saturated Fat4.6 g

Carbohydrates4 g

Sugars1.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sauce, this tartar sauce contains about five times more fat (57 g vs 12 g) and double the saturated fat, while its sugar (1.9 g) and salt (1.4 g) levels are well below typical values.

Ingredients

Huile de colza, eau, jaune d'_œuf_ issu de poules élevées en plein air 4,8%, cornichons en saumure (cornichons 3%, eau, sel, acidifiant : acide acétique), câpres en saumure (câpres 2,2%, eau, sel, vinaigre d'alcool), sucre, oignons déshydratés, amidon modifié de maïs, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, vinaigre de vin blanc, _moutarde_ de Dijon (eau, graines de _moutarde_, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, acidifiant : acide citrique), échalotes déshydratées, persil déshydraté, arôme naturel d'oignon, poivre, arôme naturel, arôme naturel de plantes aromatiques avec autres arômes naturels (contient _moutarde_), arôme naturel de plantes aromatiques (contient _moutarde_).

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