Why is Macédoine de légumes menu fraîcheur classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is a canned, ready‑to‑eat vegetable mix that undergoes multiple processing steps, including addition of oil, mustard, egg powder and a preservative; these steps place it in the NOVA 4 category. Its label lists the additives E202 (potassium sorbate preservative), E415 (xanthan gum thickener) and E471 (mono‑ and diglycerides emulsifier).

How does the fat and salt content in this vegetable medley affect a heart‑healthy or hypertensive diet?

At 11 g of fat per 100 g, the product is higher in total fat than most snacks, though the fat comes mainly from rapeseed oil which is rich in unsaturated fatty acids. The salt level is 1.4 g per 100 g, lower than the average snack but still contributes to daily sodium intake, so portion control is advisable for those monitoring blood pressure.

Is the egg powder used in this product a concern for egg‑allergic consumers?

Yes, the formulation includes powdered egg, which is a listed allergen; anyone with an egg allergy should avoid this product, and the presence of egg also means it is not suitable for vegan diets.

Marque Repère • 500g

Macédoine de légumes menu fraîcheur

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Macédoine de légumes menu fraîcheur is a ready‑to‑eat vegetable medley classified in the Composite foods and One‑dish meals groups, featuring carrots, peas, green beans, turnips and flageolets dressed with rapeseed oil, mustard and a modest amount of egg powder. It delivers 138 kcal per 100 g with moderate fat (11 g) and salt (1.4 g), low sugars (2 g) and 2.5 g of protein, earning a Nutri‑Score of B, yet it falls into the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. The formulation includes the preservative E202, thickener xanthan gum (E415) and emulsifier E471, and it contains allergens such as egg and mustard plus traces of celery, gluten, crustaceans, nuts, milk, fish and soy, which may limit suitability for certain diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal138 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Carbohydrates5.5 g

Sugars2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack in its category, this vegetable medley contains roughly double the fat (11 g vs 5.9 g per 100 g) but markedly less sugar (2 g vs 3.6 g), salt (1.4 g vs 3.6 g) and calories (138 kcal vs 175 kcal).

Ingredients

Macédoine de légumes 82 % (carottes 30 %, petits pois doux 19 %, haricots verts 15 %, navets 9,1 %, flageolets 8,2 %); huile de colza; eau ; vinaigre d'alcool; sel; moutarde de Dijon 0,5 % (eau, graines de moutarde, vinaigre d'alcool, sel); œuf en poudre; conservateur : E202; épaississant: gomme xanthane; émulsifiant : E471. Traces de : céleri, gluten, crustacés, fruits à coque, lait, poissons et soja.

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