Why is Salad'bowl Boulgour Quinoa au thon classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines several pre‑cooked grains, rehydrated quinoa and tuna that are blended with oil, seasoning and a thickener, which meets the criteria for ultra‑processed foods (NOVA 4). Its only listed additive is guar gum (E412), used as a thickening agent.

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

With 1.6 g of sugars and 0.73 g of salt per 100 g, the salad is low in sugars and contains moderate salt; it is suitable for diabetic patients who monitor sugar intake, but hypertensive individuals should limit portion size because the salt contribution, while lower than many ready meals, still adds to daily sodium limits.

Is the bulgur (cracked wheat) in this salad a concern for consumers who need a gluten‑free diet?

Yes, bulgur is made from wheat and contains gluten, so the salad is not appropriate for anyone requiring a gluten‑free diet.

Carrefour • 250 g

Salad'bowl Boulgour Quinoa au thon

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Salad'bowl Boulgour Quinoa au thon is a ready‑to‑eat salad bowl that combines skipjack tuna, rehydrated bulgur, white and red quinoa, red pepper and other vegetables. It belongs to the Composite foods / one‑dish meals category, carries a Nutri‑Score of B, and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) with a guar gum (E412) additive. Nutritionally it provides 9.8 g protein and 2.4 g fiber per 100 g, but also contains 11 g total fat, 0.8 g saturated fat, 0.73 g salt and 1.6 g sugars, and includes 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 Kcal186 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat0.8 g

Carbohydrates9.9 g

Sugars1.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average prepared salad (5.9 g fat, 1.9 g saturated fat, 3.6 g salt and 3.6 g sugars per 100 g), this Salad'bowl contains notably more total fat (11 g) but less saturated fat, salt and sugars, resulting in a slightly higher energy value of 186 kcal.

Ingredients

_Thon_ listao (Katsuwonus pelamis) 24,8%, boulgour réhydraté 13,2% (blé dur précuit concassé, eau), huile de colza, quinoa blanc réhydraté 9,8% (quinoa blanc, eau), poivrons rouges 8,8%, eau, quinoa rouge réhydraté 5% (quinoa rouge, eau), tomates 4,8%, carottes 4,8%, petits pois 4,8%, oignons 4%, sel, épices (curcuma, coriandre, fenouil, romarin, fenugrec, piment fort), jus de citron, épaississant : gomme guar. Zone de pêche FAO : voir sur le couvercle.

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