Why is the Kit for Fajitas classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The kit combines refined wheat flour tortillas with a sauce and seasoning that include stabilisers (glyceryl, E466, guar gum), leavening agents (E450, E500), emulsifiers (E471), preservatives (E282, E202), acidifiers (E296, E330), and other additives such as maltodextrin and anti‑caking agent (E341), which collectively place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the salt content in this kit affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

At 2.4 g of salt per 100 g, the kit contributes a significant portion of the daily sodium limit, which can raise blood pressure and counteract heart‑healthy recommendations; while its sugar level is low, the high salt makes it less suitable for hypertension management and it offers little advantage for diabetes beyond its modest carbohydrate profile.

Is the Kit for Fajitas suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or low‑carb diets?

No. The tortillas are made from wheat flour and contain gluten, the seasoning includes lactose, and the overall carbohydrate content is high, making the product unsuitable for gluten‑free, vegan (due to dairy) and low‑carb dietary patterns.

Marque Repère, Tables du Monde • 505 g

Kit pour Fajitas

Meal Kits

Product Insights

The Kit for Fajitas is a ready‑to‑cook meal kit that includes eight wheat tortillas, a tomato‑vegetable sauce and a seasoning mix, providing 244 kcal, 6.6 g protein and 2.6 g fibre per 100 g. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, driven by a high salt level of 2.4 g/100 g and the presence of multiple food additives such as E466, E450, E471 and preservatives. The product belongs to the cereals and cereal products group, contains gluten and milk allergens, and offers a convenient, quick‑prep option for consumers seeking a Mexican‑style meal.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal244 kcal

Fat5.4 g

Saturated Fat0.6 g

Carbohydrates41 g

Sugars3.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical ready‑meal kits, this fajita kit is relatively high in salt and moderate in calories while delivering modest protein and fibre.

Ingredients

8 galettes de blé (320 g) : Farine de blé 66 % ; eau ; huile de colza ; stabilisants : glycérol, E466, gomme guar ; poudres à lever : E450, E500 ; acidifiant : E296 ; émulsifiant : E471 ; dextrose ; conservateurs : E282, E202 ; sel. Les pourcentages sont exprimés sur les tortillas de blé. 1 sachet de sauce à base de tomates et légumes pour fajitas (150 g) : Tomates 34 %, eau, poivrons 15 %, oignons 11 %, double concentré de tomates 5,8 %, arômes, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, sucre, amidon modifié de riz, jus de citron concentré, antioxydant : acide ascorbique. Les pourcentages sont exprimés sur le sachet de sauce. 1 sachet d'assaisonnement (35 g) : chapelure (farine de blé, eau, levure, sel), maltodextrine, sel, épices, lactose, oignon, ail, arômes naturels, antiagglomérant: phosphate tricalcique ; acidifiant: acide citrique. Les pourcentages sont exprimés sur le sachet d'assaisonnement.

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