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

It is labelled NOVA 4 because the recipe relies heavily on refined wheat semolina, added starches, processed cheese and a concentrated tomato paste, all of which are industrially produced ingredients, and it includes the additives E14xx and E267 which are a preservative/colorant and a buffered vinegar used as an acidity regulator.

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

The sugar level of 2.3 g per 100 g is relatively low for a ready‑meal and adds modest carbohydrate load, but people managing diabetes should still count it toward their total carbs. The salt amount of 0.65 g per 100 g is far below many frozen lasagnas, yet it still contributes to daily sodium intake and should be considered by anyone with high blood pressure.

Is the milk in this product a concern for people with lactose intolerance?

Yes, the ingredient list includes milk powder, which provides about 0.68 g of lactose per 100 g, so the product is not suitable for individuals who are lactose intolerant.

Lidl • 400g

Lasagne Lidl

Composite Foods

Product Insights

The product is a 400 g ready‑to‑heat meat lasagne sold under the Lidl brand, classified in the Composite foods and One‑dish meals groups. It delivers 120 kcal per 100 g, with moderate fat (4.9 g), saturated fat (1.8 g), salt (0.65 g) and low sugar (2.3 g); protein is 5.1 g and fiber 0.9 g, giving it a Nutri‑Score of C while the NOVA rating of 4 marks it as ultra‑processed. The formulation contains milk, gluten and may have egg traces, and includes the additives E14xx and E267, making it unsuitable for vegans and a potential allergen risk for those sensitive to dairy or eggs.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal120 kcal

Fat4.9 g

Saturated Fat1.8 g

Carbohydrates13.4 g

Sugars2.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical ready‑meal lasagnas, this Lidl lasagne contains less fat (4.9 g vs 5.94 g), less saturated fat (1.8 g vs 1.94 g), significantly less salt (0.65 g vs 3.55 g) and lower sugar (2.3 g vs 3.57 g), but also provides less protein (5.1 g vs 7.16 g) and fiber (0.9 g vs 2.08 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

Wasser, Hartweizengrieß, 9% Rindfleisch gegart, 6% Emmentaler gerieben (Emmentaler, Stärke), 6% Tomaten, 6% Tomatenmark doppelt konzentriert, 3% Karotten, Zwiebel, modifizierte Stärke, Rapsöl, Weizenmehl, Stärke, Milchpulver, Speisesalz, Kräuter, Gewürze, Karamellzuckersirup, Zucker, Dextrose, Säureregulator: Gepufferter Essig; Gewürzextrakt. Kann Spuren von Ei enthalten.

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