Why is European salad classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is deemed ultra‑processed because the formulation relies heavily on industrial ingredients such as mayonnaise, thickeners, emulsifiers and preservatives; the label lists eight additives: E1422 (acetylated di‑nitro‑silane adipate), E412 (guar gum), E415 (xanthan gum), E1450 (sodium octenyl succinate starch), E202 (potassium sorbate), E330 (citric acid), E100 (curcumin) and E161b (lutein).

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

The low sugar level (1.9 g per 100 g) makes it relatively safe for blood‑glucose control, but the moderate salt amount (1.14 g per 100 g) can contribute to sodium intake, so people with hypertension should watch portion size or choose a lower‑salt alternative.

Is the egg ingredient in this salad a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes, the product contains egg yolk and barn‑raised eggs, so it is not suitable for anyone who is allergic to eggs.

Chef Select • 400 г

Европейска салата

Composite Foods

Product Insights

European salad is a ready‑to‑eat prepared salad sold at Lidl, featuring boiled potatoes, mayonnaise, corn, carrots, pickled gherkins, mustard, dill and a touch of garlic. It belongs to the Composite foods (one‑dish meals) group, carries a Nutri‑Score of C, is classified as NOVA 4, and delivers a relatively high fat content of 13.8 g per 100 g, moderate salt at 1.14 g, low sugars (1.9 g) and some fiber (2.2 g). The product also contains the allergens egg and mustard and includes eight food‑grade additives such as E1422, E412, E415, E1450, E202, E330, E100 and E161b, marking it as an ultra‑processed item.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal168 kcal

Fat13.8 g

Saturated Fat2 g

Carbohydrates8.1 g

Sugars1.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar products, this salad has about three times more fat (13.8 g vs 5.94 g) while providing less than half the sugar (1.9 g vs 3.57 g) and roughly one‑third the salt (1.14 g vs 3.55 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

31% варени картофи, 29% майонеза (вода, слънчогледово масло, сгъстители: ацетилиран динишестен адипат, гума гуар, ксантанова гума, натриев октенил сукцинат на нишестето; яйчни жълтъци*, винен оцет, захар, трапезна сол, регулатор на киселинността: лимонена киселина; консервант: калиев сорбат), 22,4% царевица, 11% варени моркови, 5% кисели краставички (корнишони, вода, трапезна сол, оцет), 0,9% горчица (синапено брашно, захар, трапезна сол, винен оцет, регулатор на киселинността: лимонена киселина; сгъстител: ацетилиран динишестен адипат; оцветители: куркумин, лутеин; вода), 0,3% трапезна сол, 0,2% копър, консервант: калиев сорбат; 0,08% чесън на гранули. *Яйца от кокошки - подово отглеждане. Може да съдържа следи от мляко, соя и целина.

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