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

The patty combines refined wheat flour, pre‑fried zucchini, breaded coating, added vegetable oils, cheese, egg‑white powder and a preservative (E267, sodium acetate), all of which are characteristic of ultra‑processed foods, leading to its NOVA 4 rating.

How does the saturated fat content in this product affect a heart‑healthy diet?

At 3 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the patty contains more saturated fat than the average meat‑alternative, which can raise LDL cholesterol if eaten frequently, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced, heart‑healthy eating plan.

Is Vegetal pané suitable for vegan, gluten‑free or vegetarian diets?

The product is vegetarian but not vegan because it includes emmental, feta cheese and egg‑white powder; it also contains wheat flour, so it is unsuitable for gluten‑free diets.

Carrefour • 180 g

Vegetal pané

Meat Alternatives

Product Insights

Vegetal pané is a breaded vegetarian patty made from zucchini, wheat‑based proteins and cheeses, positioned as a meat‑alternative in the protein‑rich segment of plant‑based dishes. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is classified in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 group, offering 12 g of protein, 11 g of fat (including 3 g saturated) and 2.4 g of fiber per 100 g, while keeping sugars low at 1.7 g but containing a moderate amount of salt (0.6 g). The product is not vegan because it includes emmental and feta cheeses and egg‑white powder, and it lists allergens for eggs, milk and gluten.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal217 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat3 g

Carbohydrates18 g

Sugars1.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average meat‑alternative patties, this product provides less sugar (1.7 g vs 1.94 g) and lower salt (0.6 g vs 2.02 g), but it is higher in total fat (11 g vs 9.5 g) and saturated fat (3 g vs 2 g) and supplies slightly less protein (12 g vs 14.6 g).

Ingredients

Eau, chapelure 16% (farine de _blé_, levure, sel), huiles végétales (colza et tournesol en proportion variable), courgettes préfrites 7% (courgettes 6.6%, huile végétale (contient tournesol et/ou colza), _emmental_ 7%, _feta_ 7% (_lait_ de brebis, _lait_ de chèvre, sel, ferments _lactiques_, coagulant microbien), tomates, oignons, protéines de _blé_ texturées déshydratées, courgettes 5.6%, farine de _blé_, poivrons rouges, blanc d'_œuf_ en poudre, fécule de pomme de terre, conservateur : vinaigre tamponné, olives noircies par oxydation (olives, sel), jus concentré de poireau, fibres de _blé_, ail déshydraté, origan, sel, fibres de psyllium, épice et extrait d'épice. Fabriqué dans un atelier utilisant : poissons, mollusques, céleri, soja, crustacés et moutarde.

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