Why is Tortellini Ricotta Spinach classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines multiple processed ingredients such as refined wheat flours, powdered whey permeate, pre‑cooked potato starch, and a blend of seasonings, which places it in the NOVA 4 category. The only listed additive is E330, citric acid, used as an acidity regulator.

How does the sugar and salt content in this tortellini affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

Each 100 g serving provides 5.6 g of sugars and 0.95 g of salt, amounts that are moderate but can contribute to elevated blood glucose and blood pressure when consumed frequently; people with diabetes or hypertension should limit portion size and balance the meal with low‑sugar, low‑salt foods.

Is the ricotta cheese in this product a concern for people with milk allergy or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the ricotta cheese contains milk‑derived ingredients such as whey and cream, making it unsuitable for anyone allergic to milk proteins or who is lactose intolerant.

Turini • 300 g

Tortellini Ricotta Epinards aux oeufs frais

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Tortellini Ricotta Spinach with fresh eggs is a ready‑to‑eat fresh pasta made from durum wheat semolina, soft wheat flour, eggs, ricotta, spinach and several seasonings. It provides 8.7 g of protein and 2.9 g of fiber per 100 g, but also contains 5.6 g of sugars, 0.95 g of salt, 6.8 g of total fat (2.4 g saturated) and receives a Nutri‑Score of C while being classified as a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed product. The product lists egg, gluten and milk as allergens and includes the additive E330 (citric acid), so consumers with these sensitivities should avoid it and it is best consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal86 kcal

Fat6.8 g

Saturated Fat2.4 g

Carbohydrates39 g

Sugars5.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average values for prepared pasta dishes, this tortellini contains less sugar, fat, saturated fat, salt and calories but also provides lower fiber and protein than the category averages.

Ingredients

Semoule de blé dur 22 %; farine de blé tendre 19,2%; ricotta 18 % (lactosérum, crème, sel, correcteur d'acidité: acide citrique); oeufs 11 %; épinards 9 %; eau; poudre de perméat de lactosérum ; chapelure (farine de blé tendre, eau, sel); huile de tournesol; mascarpone (crème, correcteur d'acidité: acide citrique); pommes de terre déshydratées; sel; arôme naturel; fibres végétales (pomme de terre, maïs); fécule de pomme de terre; amidon de maïs ; muscade; poivre; ail en poudre.

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