Why is Poulet roti crudites classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives are present in its formulation?

The sandwich mixes industrially produced ingredients such as refined whole‑meal bread, reduced‑fat mayonnaise, emulsifiers and flavor enhancers, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. It contains five listed additives: E14xx (unspecified preservative), E300 (ascorbic acid), E330 (citric acid), E415 (xanthan gum) and E471 (mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids).

How do the sugar and salt levels in this sandwich affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

With only 2.5 g of sugar per 100 g, the product has a low glycemic impact and is generally acceptable for a diabetic diet when consumed in moderation. However, the 1.4 g of salt per 100 g is moderate and can contribute significantly to daily sodium intake, so individuals with hypertension should limit portion size or combine it with low‑salt foods.

Is Poulet roti crudites suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

The sandwich is not vegan because it contains egg yolk, milk and chicken; it is not gluten‑free due to wheat flour and added gluten; its carbohydrate content (23 g per 100 g) is too high for a strict keto diet; and while the chicken may be halal, the product does not carry a halal certification and includes mustard, so it cannot be confirmed as halal without further labeling.

Auchan • 0.145 kg

Club sandwich poulet crudites mayonnaise allegee

Composite Foods

Product Insights

The product is a whole‑meal sandwich with roasted chicken, reduced‑fat mayonnaise, tomato and salad, sold under the Auchan brand in France. It falls in the Composite foods (sandwiches) group, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), with 6.6 g fat, 0.8 g saturated fat, 9.3 g protein and 3.1 g fiber per 100 g, while sugars are low (2.5 g) but salt is moderate (1.4 g). The formulation contains allergens (eggs, gluten, milk, mustard) and five additives (E14xx, E300, E330, E415, E471), which may be of concern for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal200 kcal

Fat7 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Carbohydrates22 g

Sugars2.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sandwich, this product contains markedly less fat, saturated fat and salt, has lower sugar, higher fiber, but also about half the protein content.

Ingredients

Pain de mie complet 48,2% (farine complète de BLÉ, eau, huile de colza, sucre, farine de BLÉ, gluten de BLÉ, levure, sel, agent de traitement de la farine : acide ascorbique), mayonnaise allégée en matières grasses 13,8% [eau, huile de colza, MOUTARDE de Dijon (eau, graine de MOUTARDE, vinaigre d'alcool, sel), vinaigre d'alcool, amidon de maïs, jaune d'ŒUF, sucre, sel, jus de citron concentré], poulet traité en salaison rôti 12,1% [viande de poulet 11,7% (origine UE), dextrose, sel, amidon], viande de poulet traitée en salaison rôti 12,1% [viande de cuisse de poulet 11,8% (origine UE), dextrose, sel], salade 6,9%, tomate 6,9%. Traces éventuelles de lait, poissons, graines de sésame et soja. Pourcentages exprimés sur le total de la recette. *Réduction d'au moins 30% de la teneur en matières grasses par rapport à la moyenne des mayonnaises classiques.

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