Why is Piemontaise au jambon classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is deemed ultra-processed because most of its ingredients are industrially transformed and it includes formulated additives; the label lists potassium sorbate as a preservative, xanthan gum as a thickener, natural flavourings and mustard, all of which are typical of NOVA 4 foods.

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

With 0.97 g of salt per 100 g (about 970 mg), the product provides roughly 40% of the recommended maximum daily sodium intake, so people with high blood pressure should limit consumption or choose lower-salt alternatives.

Is the egg ingredient in this product a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes; the salad contains whole egg and egg yolk, which are listed as allergens, and anyone allergic to egg should avoid it.

Auchan • 0.3 kg

Piemontaise au jambon

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Piemontaise au jambon is a pre-packed potato salad with ham, eggs, tomatoes and pickles, classified in the composite foods group and sold as a one-dish meal. It carries a Nutri-Score of C and is placed in NOVA group 4, meaning it is an ultra-processed product; it offers low sugar (0.7 g) and a modest amount of fibre (1.5 g) per 100 g, but contains a relatively high salt level (0.97 g) and additives such as potassium sorbate and xanthan gum. The salad is not suitable for vegan or vegetarian diets because it contains pork ham and egg, and its salt content may be a concern for people monitoring sodium intake.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal114 kcal

Fat7 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates8.4 g

Sugars0.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average prepared salad, this product contains far less sugar (0.7 g vs 3.6 g) and salt (0.97 g vs 3.55 g) per 100 g, but slightly more fat (7 g vs 5.94 g) while keeping saturated fat lower than average (0.7 g vs 1.94 g).

Ingredients

Pomme de terre cuite 50,3%, tomate 16%, jambon cuit supérieur 9,5% [jambon de porc 8,7% (origine France), eau, sel, dextrose, arôme naturel, bouillon de légumes, ferments], eau, huile de colza, OEUF 3%, cornichon 2% (cornichon, eau, vinaigre d'alcool, sel), MOUTARDE de Dijon (eau, graines de MOUTARDE, vinaigre d'alcool, sel), vinaigre d'alcool, sel, jaune d'OEUF, persil, épaississant : gomme de xanthane, conservateur : sorbate de potassium poivre blanc. Pourcentages exprimés sur le total de la recette. Traces éventuelles de crustacés, poissons, lait, soja, céréales contenant du gluten,mollusques, céleri.

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