Why is Mayonnaise à la moutarde de Dijon classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It combines refined rapeseed oil with added sugars, flavorings, thickeners and a colorant, all of which classify it as ultra‑processed; the listed additives are E161b (lutein), E330 (citric acid), E412 (guar gum) and E415 (xanthan gum).

How does the high fat and salt content in this mayonnaise affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The high fat contributes many calories that can raise blood glucose levels, while the 1.6 g of salt per 100 g adds sodium that may increase blood pressure, so people with diabetes or hypertension should consume it only in small portions and balance it with lower‑fat, low‑salt foods.

Is the egg yolk from free‑range hens a concern for people with egg allergy, and does its sourcing impact sustainability?

Yes, the egg yolk is an identified allergen and must be avoided by anyone allergic to eggs; free‑range rearing improves animal welfare but does not substantially reduce the environmental footprint of egg production.

Marque Repère, Rustica • 415 g

Mayonnaise à la moutarde de Dijon

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Mayonnaise à la moutarde de Dijon is a creamy dressing classified in the "Dressings and sauces" PNNS group, made from rapeseed oil, water, free‑range egg yolk, Dijon mustard, vinegars and a blend of thickeners and flavorings. It is ultra‑processed (NOVA group 4) with a Nutri‑Score of E, delivering 668 kcal, 72.8 g of fat (including 5.9 g saturated fat), 1.6 g of salt and only 1.2 g of sugars per 100 g. The product lists egg, mustard and sulphites as allergens and contains additives E161b (lutein), E330 (citric acid), E412 (guar gum) and E415 (xanthan gum), packaged in plastic bottles and caps.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal668 kcal

Fat72.8 g

Saturated Fat5.9 g

Carbohydrates1.6 g

Sugars1.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment, this mayonnaise contains far more fat and calories, but far less sugar and salt.

Ingredients

rapeseed oil, water, egg yolk from eggs of free-range hens 8%, dijon mustard 5,3% (water, mustard seeds, alcohol vinegar, salt, acidifier: citric acid), white wine vinegar, alcohol vinegar, salt, sugar, modified corn starch, flavor, caramelized sugar (sugar, glucose syrup), color: lutein, thickeners: guar gum, xanthan gum,

84%

35%

Rustica

470 g