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

The dip is labeled NOVA 4 because its formulation includes processed ingredients such as cooked chickpeas, oil, yogurt, and several formulated components; it also contains the emulsifier xanthan gum (E415) and the preservative potassium sorbate (E202), which are typical of ultra‑processed foods.

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

With 1.9 g of salt per 100 g, the dip contributes a substantial amount of sodium, representing about 38 % of the recommended daily limit for hypertension patients and should be consumed in moderation or paired with low‑salt foods.

Is the sesame paste in this product a concern for people with a sesame allergy?

Yes, the dip contains 4.9 % sesame paste, and sesame is listed as an allergen; anyone allergic to sesame should avoid this product.

L'Apéritif • 175 g

Houmous au yaourt grec

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

This Greek-yogurt hummus from L'Apéritif is a plant-based dip classified in the "Fat and sauces" and "Dressings and sauces" groups. It carries a Nutri-Score of C and is marked as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), containing added emulsifiers (E415), a preservative (E202) and several allergens (egg, milk, mustard, sesame). Nutritionally it offers 6.5 g protein and 3.6 g fiber per 100 g, but also 12 g fat (2 g saturated) and a high 1.9 g salt, while sugars remain low at 0.7 g.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal184 kcal

Fat12 g

Saturated Fat2 g

Carbohydrates11 g

Sugars0.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average hummus, this product has dramatically lower sugar (0.7 g vs 10.95 g) and salt (1.9 g vs 5.02 g) while delivering more than double the protein (6.5 g vs 2.1 g) and nearly three times the fiber (3.6 g vs 1.36 g).

Ingredients

Pois chiches 65,5 %, _yaourt_ grec 13,5 %, huile de colza, pâte de sésame 4,9 % (_graines de sésame_), eau, ail, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, jaune d'_oeuf_, _moutarde_ de Dijon (eau, graines de _moutarde_, vinaigre d'alcool, sel), jus de citron vert 0,6 %, épices, sucre, épaississant : gomme xanthane, amidon modifié de pomme de terre, conservateur : sorbate de potassium.

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