Why is Taboule a l'orientale classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is tagged NOVA 4 because the salad is pre‑mixed, packaged and includes processed components such as a preservative (E202, potassium sorbate) and a natural pepper flavoring, which move it beyond minimally processed categories.

How do the sugar and salt levels in this tabbouleh affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

With 3.9 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can modestly raise blood glucose, so diabetic individuals should watch portion size; the 1.1 g of salt per 100 g is moderate but still contributes to daily sodium intake, requiring caution for those with hypertension.

Is the wheat semolina in this product a problem for individuals who need to avoid gluten?

Yes, the salad contains 29 % durum wheat semolina, which provides gluten, making it unsuitable for celiac disease or any gluten‑free diet.

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Taboulé à l'orientale

Composite Foods

Product Insights

The Taboule a l'orientale is a ready‑to‑eat tabbouleh salad, a composite food in the one‑dish meals category, sold in 1 kg plastic trays. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product that includes a preservative (E202) and a natural pepper flavoring. Nutritionally, it delivers moderate energy (170 kcal per 100 g), low saturated fat and salt, but its sugar content is slightly above average and protein is lower than typical prepared salads.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal170 kcal

Fat5.2 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates25 g

Sugars3.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the typical prepared salad category, this tabbouleh contains slightly more sugar and carbohydrates, less fat, saturated fat, salt, and protein, and a comparable energy level.

Ingredients

Eau , semoule de BLE dur 29 % , poivrons rouges 8 % , raisins secs réhydratés 5,2 % (raisins secs, eau) , jus de citron à base de concentré , poivrons verts 4,1 % , tomates 4,1 % , oignons 4,1 % , huile de colza 3,1 % , huile d'olive vierge extra , menthe douce , vinaigre d'alcool , sel , persil , ciboulette , ail , arôme naturel de poivre , conservateur : E202 , curcuma,

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