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

It is deemed ultra‑processed because the formulation relies on refined rapeseed oil, a glucose‑fructose syrup, modified corn starch, multiple acids, preservatives, thickeners, and flavorings rather than simple whole‑food ingredients; the label lists nine additives: E202 (potassium sorbate), E334 (tartaric acid), E270 (lactic acid), E415 (xanthan gum), E575 (sodium gluconate), E160c (paprika extract), E161b (lutein), plus natural flavorings that contain egg and carob seed flour used as a thickener.

How does the sugar and salt content in this reduced‑fat Dijon mayonnaise affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

At 4.2 g of sugar per 100 g, the product adds a modest carbohydrate load that can be accommodated in a diabetic meal plan when portion‑controlled, but its 1.8 g of salt per 100 g supplies about 30 % of the recommended daily maximum and can exacerbate hypertension, so individuals with high blood pressure should limit intake.

Is this mayonnaise suitable for strict diets such as vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free?

The mayonnaise is not vegan because it contains egg yolk and egg‑derived natural flavorings, and it is not halal due to the use of alcohol‑based vinegar; however, it contains no wheat‑derived ingredients, making it gluten‑free, and its low sugar and relatively high fat profile align well with keto guidelines despite being a reduced‑fat product.

Rustica • 450 g

Mayonnaise Allégé à la moutarde de Dijon

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Rustica’s reduced‑fat Dijon mustard mayonnaise is a creamy condiment that falls under the ‘Fat and sauces’ and ‘Dressings and sauces’ PNNS groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed product, reflecting its high total fat and calorie content despite lower sugar and salt levels. While it offers a lighter fat profile and a tangy mustard flavor, it contains several additives (E202, E334, E270, E415, E575, E160c, E161b, natural flavorings with egg) and allergens (egg, mustard, sulfites), which may be a drawback for some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal286 kcal

Fat24.2 g

Saturated Fat2.1 g

Carbohydrates9.5 g

Sugars4.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average French condiment, this Dijon mustard mayonnaise delivers about half the sugar (4.2 g vs 10.95 g), roughly one‑third the salt (1.8 g vs 5.02 g), a comparable saturated‑fat level (2.1 g vs 2.14 g) but higher total fat and calories (≈259 kcal per 100 g versus 183 kcal), placing it on the richer side of the market.

Ingredients

Eau , huile de colza 22,5% , sirop de glucose-fructose , jaune d'œuf issu d'œufs de poules élevées en plein air 5% , amidon modifié de maïs , moutarde de Dijon 3% (eau, graines de moutarde, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, acidifiant: acide citrique) , vinaigre d'alcool , amidon de maïs , sel , acidifiants: E575, acide lactique, E334 , conservateur : E202 , épaississants : farine de graines de caroube, gomme xanthane , arôme naturel (dont œuf) , arôme , colorants: lutéine, extrait de paprika , jus de citron concentré,

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