Why is Boulettes tomate et herbes de Provence vegetales et gourmandes classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from highly refined ingredients such as texturized pea protein, isolated pea protein, sunflower oil and concentrated beetroot juice, which undergo multiple industrial steps; the only listed food additives are E267 (a buffered vinegar used as an acidity regulator) and E461 (methylcellulose used as a stabiliser).

How do the sugar and salt levels in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

At 2.4 g of sugar per 100 g, the balls are far lower than typical plant-based meats and pose minimal impact on blood glucose, while 0.78 g of salt is also below the average 1.14 g, making them a relatively safe option for diabetics and people monitoring blood pressure, provided overall daily sodium intake remains within recommendations.

Is this product suitable for strict vegan or gluten-free diets?

The formulation is fully plant-based and contains no animal-derived ingredients, so it meets vegan standards; however, the label notes the presence of gluten traces, meaning it cannot be considered certified gluten-free for those with celiac disease or severe gluten sensitivity.

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Boulettes tomate et herbes de Provence végétales et gourmandes 180g

Plant Based Foods And Beverages

Product Insights

These Tomato and Provencal herbs plant-based balls are a French-made vegetarian meat analogue that falls under the plant-based protein group (PNNS). With a Nutri-Score of A and a NOVA 4 classification, they deliver 15 g of protein, 4.3 g of fiber, only 2.4 g of sugars and 0.78 g of salt per 100 g, while fat remains moderate. However, the product is ultra-processed, contains the additives E267 (buffered vinegar) and E461 (methylcellulose), and carries a gluten allergen warning, which limits its suitability for very clean-label diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal222 kcal

Fat15 g

Saturated Fat1.6 g

Carbohydrates5 g

Sugars2.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Energetically and nutritionally, the balls provide about 221 kcal, 2.4 g sugar, 0.78 g salt and 1.6 g saturated fat per 100 g - well below the category averages for sugar, salt and saturated fat, while offering roughly three times more protein (15 g vs 5.6 g) and slightly more fiber.

Ingredients

Eau, protéines texturées de pois (protéines de pois (12%), extrait de pois), huile de tournesol, tomate (5%), isolat de protéines de pois (3%), correcteur d'acidité : vinaigre tamponné, fibres de plantain, herbes de Provence (0.4%), ail, poivre noir, sel, arôme naturel, stabilisant : méthylcellulose, concentré de jus de betterave, extrait de pomme, amidon de pomme de terre

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