Why is Ratatouille cuisinée classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines pre‑fried vegetables, a tomato sauce and a spice blend, which involve multiple processing steps; it is therefore placed in NOVA 4. The only listed additive is citric acid (E330), used as an acidifier in the sauce and seasoning.

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

With 4.8 g of sugar and 0.75 g of salt per 100 g, the dish can raise blood glucose levels and contribute to daily sodium limits; people managing diabetes or high blood pressure should consume it in moderation and balance it with lower‑sugar, low‑salt foods.

Is this ratatouille suitable for a vegan or gluten‑free diet?

All listed ingredients are plant‑based and no wheat or other gluten‑containing grains appear, making the product compatible with vegan and gluten‑free diets, although the label uses "maybe" for vegan status because of possible processing aids.

Auchan • 0.75 kg

Ratatouille cuisinée

Fruits And Vegetables

Product Insights

Ratatouille cuisinée is a plant‑based frozen vegetable dish classified under the Fruits and vegetables PNNS group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of A and falls in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, with a modest energy value of 73 kcal per 100 g but relatively high fat (3.8 g), saturated fat (0.4 g), sugars (4.8 g) and salt (0.75 g). The blend is rich in tomatoes, courgettes, peppers and other vegetables (about 90 % veg content) delivering 1.8 g fiber, yet it provides limited protein (1.3 g) and contains the additive citric acid (E330).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal73 kcal

Fat3.8 g

Saturated Fat0.4 g

Carbohydrates7.5 g

Sugars4.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical frozen vegetable blends, this ratatouille has lower calories and carbs but higher fat, saturated fat, sugars, and salt, while providing less fiber and protein.

Ingredients

Tomate 26,6%, courgette préfrite 15% (courgette, huile de tournesol), oignon préfrit 13,6% (oignon, huile de tournesol), aubergine préfrite 13% (aubergine, huile de tournesol), poivron rouge grillé, poivron vert grillé 10,8%, sauce tomate (tomate et concentré de tomate, huile de tournesol, oignon, sucre, sel, acidifiant : acide citrique), assaisonnement (tomate en poudre, maltodextrine, sel, sucre, amidon de maïs, ail en poudre, oignon en poudre, origan, poivre noir, acidifiant : acide citrique)

84%

35%

Unlock What Your Food Doesn't Tell You

Scan this and millions of other food products to discover hidden positive & negative points, scores percentage, additives, allergens, and deeper product insights with the free NutrScan app.