Why is Green Lentils in Water classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additive does it contain?

The product undergoes several industrial steps such as cleaning, cooking, canning and the addition of a firming agent, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. The only listed additive is calcium chloride (E509), used to improve texture and maintain the lentils' shape during storage.

How does the low sugar and salt content of Green Lentils in Water affect diets for people with diabetes or hypertension?

With only 0.3 g of sugars and 0.01 g of salt per 100 g, the lentils add minimal glycaemic load and sodium, making them a suitable carbohydrate source for diabetic meal plans and a safe choice for individuals monitoring blood pressure.

Is Green Lentils in Water suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or keto diets?

The product contains only plant‑derived ingredients (green lentils, water, calcium chloride) and no gluten‑containing grains, so it is fully vegan and naturally gluten‑free. However, with 19 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, it exceeds typical keto carbohydrate limits, making it less appropriate for strict ketogenic diets.

Freshona • 235g

Green Lentils in Water

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Green Lentils in Water is a legume‑based product belonging to the PNNS groups of cereals and potatoes and legumes. It provides 102 kcal per 100 g, with 7.2 g protein, 4 g fiber, very low fat (0.5 g), saturated fat (0.1 g), sugars (0.3 g) and salt (0.01 g, 0.01 g), and includes calcium chloride as a firming agent. The product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and carries a Nutri‑Score of B, indicating overall good nutritional quality despite the processing and additive.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Added Sugars0 g

Fruits & Vegetables66.7 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar plant‑based legume products, this lentil pack contains far less sugar (0.3 g vs 4.09 g), fat (0.5 g vs 15.16 g), saturated fat (0.1 g vs 2.78 g) and salt (0.01 g vs 2.32 g), while also delivering fewer calories (102 kcal vs 263 kcal) and modestly lower protein (7.2 g vs 13.8 g) and fiber (4 g vs 6.7 g).

Ingredients

Green Lentils, Water, Firming Agent: Calcium Chloride.

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ASDA

390g