Why does this sesame grissini receive a Nutri‑Score of D, and which nutrients drive the low rating?

The D rating stems from its high total fat (16 g) and saturated‑fat (5.1 g) together with moderate salt (1.3 g) and limited positive points such as fiber (0 g) and no fruit/vegetable content, which outweigh the modest protein and low sugar levels.

How does the high fat and saturated‑fat content of these breadsticks affect a heart‑healthy or weight‑management diet?

The elevated fat and saturated‑fat increase the calorie density and can raise LDL cholesterol, so regular consumption should be limited for individuals monitoring cardiovascular risk or calorie intake, and the product is best treated as an occasional snack rather than a staple.

Is this sesame grissini suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or low‑carb diets?

No; it contains wheat flour (gluten), milk powder and egg blend, so it is not vegan or gluten‑free, and with 40 g of carbohydrates per 100 g it exceeds typical low‑carb thresholds, though it does have low added sugar.

Salza • 190g

Гризини със сусам

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Sesame grissini from the Bulgarian brand Salza are thin, crunchy breadsticks made with wheat flour and toasted sesame seeds, packaged in a 190 g bag. They belong to the cereal‑and‑potato bread family (PNNS groups: Cereals and potatoes / Bread), carry a Nutri‑Score of D and are classified in the NOVA 3 group, reflecting a moderate amount of protein (10 g) but a high fat level (16 g) and saturated fat (5.1 g) per 100 g. The product contains gluten, milk, sesame and soy allergens, includes added sugar, palm oil, and ammonium bicarbonate as a raising agent, and earns an Eco‑Score of A despite the presence of a single additive tag (E503ii).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal462 kcal

Fat16 g

Saturated Fat5.1 g

Carbohydrates40 g

Sugars4.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for typical breadsticks, this sesame grissini provides roughly three times more fat (16 g vs 5.5 g) and over three times the saturated fat (5.1 g vs 1.4 g), while its sugar (4.7 g) and salt (1.3 g) are below the category averages.

Ingredients

пшенично брашно* 73%, сусам 10%, растителна мазнина палмова, захар, трапезна сол, набухватели: амониев бикарбонат, Може да съдържа фъстъци, ядки, сухо мляко, яйчен меланж, соев лецитин,

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