Why is Taboulé au poulet classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

NOVA 4 includes foods made with industrial formulations or containing multiple processed ingredients; the tabbouleh uses rehydrated durum-wheat semolina, roasted chicken that has been brined, and added flavourings, while the only listed additive is potassium sorbate (E202), a synthetic preservative.

How does the salt content in Taboulé au poulet affect a hypertensive diet?

Each 100 g portion contains 0.65 g of salt, which equals about 13 % of the WHO’s recommended maximum daily sodium intake of 5 g; people with hypertension should therefore limit their portion size or balance it with low-salt foods.

Is the wheat in Taboulé au poulet a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes. The main ingredient is durum-wheat semolina, which contains gluten, and the product is labelled with a gluten allergen warning, making it unsuitable for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

LIDL • 500 g

Taboulé au poulet

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Taboulé au poulet is a ready-to-eat chicken tabbouleh sold by LIDL, classified as a composite one-dish meal. It carries a Nutri-Score of B and falls into NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra-processed product. The 100 g serving provides 144 kcal, 4.5 g fat (including 0.7 g saturated fat), 6 g protein and 1.5 g fiber, but it also contains 0.65 g salt, added sorbate potassium as a preservative, and gluten from durum wheat, which may be concerns for some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal144 kcal

Fat4.5 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates19 g

Sugars3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for prepared meals, this chicken tabbouleh has lower fat, saturated fat, sugar and salt, while also offering slightly less protein and fiber.

Ingredients

61% semoule de blé dur réhydratée (eau, 26% semoule de blé), 10% poivrons, 10% viande de cuisse de poulet traitée en salaison rôti (9% viande de cuisse de poulet (Origine France), eau, fécule de manioc, dextrose, sel), 7,6% tomates, huile de colza, 2,5%, mais doux, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, persil plat, coriandre, arôme naturel, conservateur : sorbate de potassium, arôme naturel de citron, paprika, curcuma.

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