Why is Sabines Spinat Pinienkerne classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The spread combines several refined and functional ingredients such as sunflower oil, agave syrup, potato starch and a carob‑seed flour thickener, which pushes it into the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category; it does not list artificial additives, but the carob‑seed flour acts as a food‑grade thickening agent.

How does the sugar and salt content in Sabines Spinat Pinienkerne affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 3.9 g of sugars per 100 g, the spread can raise blood glucose levels and should be limited by people with diabetes, while its 1.4 g of salt (moderate) contributes to daily sodium intake but is lower than the category average, making it a reasonable choice for hypertensive individuals when consumed in small portions.

Is the mustard in this spread a concern for people with mustard allergy?

Yes, mustard is listed as an ingredient and is highlighted as an allergen; anyone with a mustard allergy should avoid this product.

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Sabines Spinat Pinienkerne

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Product Insights

Sabines Spinat Pinienkerne is a 135 g glass‑packaged, vegan, gluten‑free spread made primarily of spinach (44 %), onion (18 %) and pine nuts, seasoned with mustard, sea salt and a carob‑seed thickener. It falls in the salty‑and‑fatty PNNS group, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product with moderate fat (19 g), low saturated fat (1.9 g), low salt (1.4 g) and a modest sugar level (3.9 g per 100 g). While the spread offers plant‑based protein (4.9 g) and fiber (2 g) and is certified organic, its processing level and added sugars mean it should be enjoyed in moderation.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal233 kcal

Fat19 g

Saturated Fat1.9 g

Carbohydrates9.5 g

Sugars3.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average plant‑based spread (fat 18.93 g, saturated fat 5.78 g, sugars 2.63 g, salt 2.88 g per 100 g), Sabines Spinat Pinienkerne is slightly higher in total fat, markedly lower in saturated fat, contains more sugars, and has less salt.

Ingredients

Spinat 44%, Zwiebel 18%, Sonnenblumenkerne, Sonnenblumenöl, Pinienkerne 3%, Agavendicksaft, Kartoffelstärke, Knoblauch 2%, Zitronensaftkonzentrat, Meersalz, Senf (Wasser, Senfsaaten, Branntweinessig, Meersalz, Kurkuma, Koriander, Paprika edelsüß, Piment), Zwiebelpulver, schwarzer Pfeffer, Verdickungsmittel: Johannisbrotkernmehl.

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