Why is Blanquette de poulet classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It combines several ingredients that have been refined, cooked, seasoned and include added sugars, starches and a thickening agent; the only listed additive is xanthan gum (E415) used as a stabiliser.

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive diet?

The product contains 0.56 g of salt per 100 g, which represents about 9% of the recommended maximum daily intake of 6 g; for people with high blood pressure this amount can contribute to overall sodium load and should be eaten in moderation.

Is this product suitable for a gluten-free or dairy-free diet?

No, it is not suitable because it contains wheat flour, which provides gluten, and both semi-skimmed milk and fresh cream, which are dairy sources.

Marque Repère, Côté Table • 300 g

Blanquette de poulet

Composite Foods

Product Insights

The product is a ready to heat chicken blanquette with rice, classified as a composite, one-dish meal. It carries a Nutri-Score of B and belongs to Nova group 4, indicating it is ultra-processed and contains the additive xanthan gum (E415) as well as a small amount of added sugars. Per 100 g it provides 7.2 g protein and 1.1 g fiber, but also 0.56 g salt and 1.8 g saturated fat, making it moderate in sodium and saturated fat while offering modest protein and fiber.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal121 kcal

Fat3.8 g

Saturated Fat1.8 g

Carbohydrates14 g

Sugars1.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical ready-meal averages, this blanquette is lower in sugars, fat, saturated fat, salt and calories, while providing slightly more protein.

Ingredients

Riz cuit 42,1 % (eau, riz); émincés de poulet traités en salaison cuits rôtis 23,3 % (filet de poulet 19,9 %, eau, fécule de manioc, sel, dextrose); lait demi-écrémé; eau; crème fraîche 3,5 %; carotte 3,3 %; champignons de Paris 3,3 %; oignon 2,8 %; huile de tournesol; farine de blé; oignon en poudre 0,4 %; vin blanc; sel; jus de citron; purée d'ail; épaississant: gomme xanthane; laurier; muscade; poivre; thym; clou de girofle. Pourcentages exprimés sur le produit total.

84%

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