Why is Couscous Poulet Merguez classified as processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product falls into NOVA group 3 because it combines cooked semolina with a pre‑made meat and vegetable mixture, involving industrial preparation steps, yet no artificial additives are listed; the label explicitly states "no additives".

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

With 2.13 g of sugars and 0.57 g of salt per 100 g, the couscous is low in both sugar and sodium, making it suitable for diabetic and hypertensive diets when consumed in moderation as part of a balanced eating plan.

Is the wheat semolina in this product a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes, the semolina component is derived from wheat, which contains gluten, so the product is not safe for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Assya • 380 g

Couscous Poulet Merguez

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Couscous Poulet Merguez is a ready-to-eat French-made one-dish meal belonging to the Composite foods and One-dish meals categories. It carries a Nutri-Score of A and is classified in NOVA group 3, indicating moderate processing without added additives, and provides 10.3 g of protein per 100 g while keeping sugars at 2.1 g and fats at 3.6 g; however, it still contains moderate saturated fat (1.6 g) and 0.57 g of salt per 100 g. The meal is low in added sugars and offers a balanced macronutrient profile, but consumers sensitive to gluten or celery should be aware of those ingredients.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal162 kcal

Fat9.4 g

Saturated Fat2.7 g

Carbohydrates11 g

Sugars1.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical prepared meals, this couscous contains less than half the average sugars (2.13 g vs 3.57 g), fat (3.55 g vs 5.94 g), saturated fat (1.59 g vs 1.94 g), and salt (0.57 g vs 3.55 g) per 100 g, while delivering more protein (10.26 g vs 7.16 g).

Ingredients

Semoule 33% (semoule de _blé_ 50%, eau, huile de colza 6%, huile d'olive, sel), garniture 32% [carottes, courgettes, navets, bouillon artisanal issu de viande d'origine FRANCE [marinade (eau, oignons, concentré de tomate (100% de tomates fraiches), _céleri_, poivrons rouges, harissa (piment rouge piquant, ail, coriandre, carvi, sel), piment doux, huile de colza, mélange épices (cannelle, coriandre, paprika, piment, cumin, carvi, fenouil, poivre), curcuma, cannelle, sel, poivre), pois chiches, viande de poulet 25% d'origine France, merguez 10% (viande de bœuf d'origine France 90%, eau, épices, sel, farine de riz, plantes aromatiques, arômes naturels boyaux naturel de mouton).

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