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

The product is rated NOVA 4 because it combines several processed ingredients such as mustard, whey protein, wheat fiber, maltodextrin, tarragon and a double‑concentrated tomato purée, all of which are prepared separately before being blended; however, it does not list any formal food additives (additives_n = 0).

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive diet?

Rillettes saumon provides 0.95 g of salt per 100 g, which is moderate and contributes about 4 % of the World Health Organization’s recommended maximum daily intake of 5 g of salt, so occasional consumption can fit within a controlled‑salt diet but should be balanced with other low‑salt foods.

Is the mustard in Rillettes saumon a concern for mustard‑allergic consumers?

Yes, the product contains a mustard component (including mustard seeds, water, vinegar and salt), which is highlighted as an allergen on the label, so individuals with mustard allergy should avoid it.

Marque Repère,Ronde des Mers • 150 g

Rillettes saumon

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Rillettes saumon is a salmon‑based fish spread sold in 150 g plastic pots, marketed under the Marque Repère and Ronde des Mers brands. It belongs to the Fish Meat Eggs category of the PNNS classification and provides 12 g of protein and 1 g of fiber per 100 g, but also contains 19 g of fat (2.1 g saturated), 0.95 g of salt and 1.4 g of sugars, giving it a Nutri‑Score of C and a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed rating. The product carries MSC and ASC sustainability seals and contains no added colorings, yet it includes allergens such as fish, gluten from wheat fiber, milk from whey protein and mustard, and its moderate salt and high fat content may limit suitability for low‑fat or low‑salt diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal226 kcal

Fat19 g

Saturated Fat2.1 g

Carbohydrates2.5 g

Sugars1.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical fish spreads, this salmon rillettes contains markedly more fat, saturated fat and calories, but less salt, carbohydrates and protein.

Ingredients

SAUMON atlantique ASC 53 %; COLIN d'Alaska MSC 12 %; eau; huile de colza; purée de tomates double concentrée ; fécule de manioc; MOUTARDE (eau, graines de MOUTARDE, vinaigre, sel); protéines de LACTOSERUM; sel; jus de citron en poudre (jus concentré de citron, maltodextrine); fibre de BLE; estragon déshydraté.

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