Why is Pommes Noisettes classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from mashed potatoes, potato flakes, added rapeseed oil, wheat starch and a range of processed ingredients; the inclusion of an emulsifier (mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids, listed as E 471) and dextrose places it in the ultra‑processed category.

How does the sugar and salt content of Pommes Noisettes affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 0.5 g of sugar and 0.78 g of salt per 100 g, the product is low in both nutrients, making it compatible with diabetic and low‑sodium dietary plans when consumed in moderation.

Is Pommes Noisettes suitable for vegan or gluten‑free diets?

The presence of wheat starch means it contains gluten, so it is not gluten‑free; the emulsifier E 471 may be derived from animal fat, therefore the product cannot be confirmed as vegan.

Findus • 480 g

Pommes Noisettes

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Pommes Noisettes are frozen, pre‑fried potato nuggets from Findus, belonging to the potatoes group of plant‑based foods. Per 100 g they provide 184 kcal, 7.5 g fat (including 0.6 g saturated), 0.5 g sugars, 0.78 g salt and 3 g fiber, giving them a Nutri‑Score of C and placing them in NOVA group 4 as an ultra‑processed product. The low sugar and saturated‑fat content are favorable, but the relatively high total fat, presence of wheat starch (gluten) and the emulsifier mono‑ and diglycerides (E 471) may be concerns for health‑conscious consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal184 kcal

Fat7.5 g

Saturated Fat0.6 g

Carbohydrates25 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average frozen potato snack, Pommes Noisettes contain less sugar, salt, saturated fat and calories, but slightly more total fat and less protein.

Ingredients

Purée de pommes de terre [pommes de terre 80%, flocons de pommes de terre (pommes de terre, épice)], huile de colza, amidon de _blé_, sel, émulsifiant: mono et diglycérides d’acides gras, dextrose, épices (dont muscade 0,02%),

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Findus

900g