Why is Veloute legumes du soleil classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The soup contains refined ingredients such as added sugar, modified corn starch, a natural flavoring and the additive E14xx, which are manufacturing steps typical of ultra‑processed foods, leading to its NOVA 4 classification.

How does the sugar and salt content in this soup affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

Total sugars are relatively low at 2.3 g per 100 ml, but the estimated added sugar of 8.7 g per 100 g can raise blood glucose spikes, so diabetics should consume it sparingly; the salt level (0.6 g per 100 ml) is lower than many soups, making it less of a concern for hypertension but still contributes to daily sodium intake.

Is this soup suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or other strict diets?

All listed ingredients are plant‑based, so the soup is vegan; however, it carries a trace of gluten and other potential allergens such as celery, nuts, soy and mustard, so it is not certified gluten‑free and may not be safe for individuals with those specific allergies.

Marque Repère, Régal Soupe • 1 l

Veloute legumes du soleil

Fruits And Vegetables

Product Insights

Veloute legumes du soleil is a 1‑liter plant‑based vegetable soup sold in French Leclerc stores, made from a blend of tomatoes, zucchini, red pepper, carrot, celeriac, onion, leek and green beans, plus water, extra‑virgin olive oil, sugar and other ingredients. It belongs to the Fruits and vegetables PNNS group, carries a Nutri‑Score of A and is classified as NOVA 4, with low fat (1.8 g), low saturated fat (0.3 g) and low sugars (2.3 g) per 100 ml, but it contains 0.6 g of salt and an estimated 8.7 g of added sugars per 100 g, and includes the additive E14xx. The soup provides 1.5 g of fiber and 62 % vegetables, offering plant nutrients, yet its ultra‑processed status, added sugars and moderate salt level may be concerns for health‑conscious consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal41 kcal

Fat1.8 g

Saturated Fat0.3 g

Carbohydrates4.5 g

Sugars2.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical vegetable soups, this product is lower in fat, saturated fat, sugar and salt, though its estimated added‑sugar content is unusually high for a vegetable soup.

Ingredients

Légumes 62,2 % (jus de tomates à base de concentré 29 %, courgette 5,7 %, poivron rouge 5,7 %, carotte 5,7 %, céleri-rave 5,7 %, oignon réhydraté 4,7 %, poireau 3,7 %, haricot vert 2 %) , eau , huile d'olive vierge extra 1,5% , sucre , amidon modifié de maïs , sel , arôme naturel , ail en poudre , extrait de levure,

84%

35%

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