Why is Salade crudités poulet classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The salad combines processed chicken that has been brined and roasted, refined oils, cheese, and a Caesar dressing that relies on thickeners and stabilisers; these steps place it in NOVA group 4. It contains the additives sodium acetate (E262), potassium lactate (E326), algal stabiliser (E407a) and xanthan gum (E415), all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods.

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

With 3 g of sugar per 100 g, the salad adds a modest amount of carbohydrates that can influence blood glucose, so people with diabetes should monitor portion size. The salt level of 0.53 g per 100 g is relatively low for a processed salad, helping to stay within recommended daily sodium limits for hypertension, but it still contributes to total intake.

Is the anchovy component in this salad a concern for people with fish allergies?

Yes. The Caesar dressing includes anchovy powder, a fish ingredient, which can trigger allergic reactions in individuals sensitive to fish and should be avoided by those with a fish allergy.

Lidl, Select & Go • 250 g

Salade crudites poulet

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Salade crudités poulet is a ready‑to‑eat composed salad featuring roasted chicken, mixed vegetables and a Caesar‑style dressing, marketed by Lidl under the Select & Go line. Classified as a composite food (one‑dish meal), it carries a Nutri‑Score of B (score 2) and falls in NOVA group 4, with per‑100 g values of 97 kcal, 7.2 g fat, 0.7 g saturated fat, 3.5 g carbohydrates (including 3 g sugars), 1.7 g fiber, 4.7 g protein and 0.53 g salt, offering decent protein and fiber but a relatively high fat content and added sugars. The formulation includes allergens such as egg yolk, milk‑derived cheese, mustard and anchovies, and contains the additives E262, E326, E407a and E415, making it unsuitable for vegans and for those avoiding these allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal97 kcal

Fat7.2 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates3.5 g

Sugars3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average prepared salad, this product provides fewer calories, sugar and salt while delivering more fat and less protein and fiber than typical category values.

Ingredients

36% salade, 16% viande de poulet rôti traitée en salaison cuite (viande de poulet (Origine: France), huile de tournesol, acidifiants: lactate de potassium - acétates de sodium, sel, dextrose, amidon de pomme de terre, stabilisant Algues Euchema transformées, sucre roux, vinaigre d'alcool), 14% maïs (maïs, sucre, sel), 14% sauce Caesar [huile de colza, eau, vinaigre d'alcool, moutarde (eau, graines de moutarde, vinaigre d'alcool, sel), sel, sucre, fromage (lait, sel, présure), jaune d'oeuf, ail, arôme naturel (contient lait), anchois en poudre, épaississant gomme xanthane, poivre), 13% carotte, 6% tomate cerise, eau, ferments.

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