Why is Poulet basquaise et son riz blanc classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The meal includes several industrially processed components such as modified starch, a stabiliser (sodium citrate), added sugar and a paprika extract colour, which place it in NOVA group 4. Its additive list shows E14xx (sulphite preservative), E160c (paprika colour) and E331 (sodium citrate).

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

With only 1.1 g of sugar per 100 g, the product has a low impact on blood glucose and is generally acceptable for diabetics when portion‑controlled. The salt level of 0.69 g per 100 g is moderate; it contributes to daily sodium intake and should be considered by people managing hypertension.

Based on its ingredient list, is this product suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, keto or halal diets?

No, it is not vegan because it contains chicken meat and wheat flour, and it is not gluten‑free due to the wheat flour. It is also unsuitable for strict keto diets because the rice and other carbohydrates provide 14 g of carbs per 100 g. Halal suitability is uncertain because the recipe includes white wine and is not certified halal.

Auchan • 0.285 kg

Poulet basquaise et son riz blanc

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Poulet basquaise et son riz blanc is a ready-to-heat, one-dish meal consisting of basque-style chicken, white rice and vegetables. It carries a Nutri-Score of B and is classified in NOVA group 4, reflecting its processed ingredients, while its nutrition per 100 g shows low sugar (1.1 g), low saturated fat (0.6 g) and moderate salt (0.69 g) compared with many convenience meals. As a composite food that contains wheat flour, chicken and added wine, it is not suitable for vegan, gluten-free or strict keto diets and consumers should be aware of the three listed additives (E14xx, E160c and E331).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal103 kcal

Fat2.5 g

Saturated Fat0.6 g

Carbohydrates14 g

Sugars1.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical ready-meal averages, this Basque-style chicken and rice contains about one-third the sugar, half the fat and saturated fat, and roughly one-third the salt, while also delivering fewer calories and protein than the average.

Ingredients

Riz cuisiné 38 % (eau, riz, sel), viande de poulet traitée en salaison et précuite 28 % (viande de poulet, eau, sel, amidon, stabilisant : citrate de sodium), tomates 8 %, eau, poivrons 8 %, oignons, olives 1%, vin blanc, amidon modifié, concentré de tomates, huile d'olive vierge extra, sucre, farine de BLÉ, plantes aromatiques, sel, épices, colorant : extrait de paprika. Pourcentages exprimés sur le total de la recette. Elaboré à partir de viande de poulet origine France. Traces éventuelles de céleri, œuf, moutarde, lait, poisson, mollusques et crustacés.

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