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

The product is a pre‑cooked, ready‑to‑heat meal that includes multiple processed ingredients, preservatives, flavorings and colorants, which places it in NOVA 4. Its label lists five additives: E160 (carotenoids), E160c (paprika extract), E164 (saffron), E250 (sodium nitrite) and E301 (sodium ascorbate).

How does the sugar and salt content in Paëlla royale affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 0.9 g of sugars per 100 g, the meal is suitable for diabetic users concerned about blood glucose spikes. Its salt level of 0.62 g per 100 g is moderate and considerably lower than the average rice dish, making it a safer choice for those monitoring sodium intake, though it should still be consumed in moderation for hypertension.

Is the shrimp in Paëlla royale a concern for people with shellfish allergies?

Yes, the product contains shrimp and other crustaceans, which are declared allergens on the label. Consumers with shellfish or crustacean allergies should avoid this paella, as the allergens are present throughout the ingredient list.

Toque du Chef • 1 kg

Paëlla royale

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Paëlla royale is a ready‑to‑heat one‑dish meal containing rice, chicken, shrimp, chorizo, squid, mussels, vegetables and spices, classified under the Composite foods and One‑dish meals groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B, provides 112 kcal, 2.9 g fat, 0.7 g saturated fat, 0.62 g salt and 5.5 g protein per 100 g, with low sugars and modest fiber. The product is ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), includes five food additives (E160, E160c, E164, E250, E301) and lists crustaceans, fish, milk and molluscs as allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal112 kcal

Fat2.9 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates15.6 g

Sugars0.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average rice‑dish (sugar 3.57 g, fat 5.94 g, salt 3.55 g, energy 174 kcal per 100 g), this Paëlla royale contains far less sugar (0.9 g) and fat (2.9 g) and much lower salt (0.62 g), but also provides lower protein (5.5 g) and energy (112 kcal).

Ingredients

45,8% riz cuit (eau, 34% curcuma), eau, 6.3% viande de poulet , amidon de mais , dextrose, sel, 4,5% crevettes décortiquées crues glazurées (crevettes (crustacés), eau, sel), 3,6% chorizo (viande de Porc , gras de porc, sel, protéines de lait, épices, arômes, arôme de fumée, antioxydant: ascorbate de sodium; conservateur: nitrite de sodium; colorants : Carotenoides, extrait de paprika), 3,1% anneaux de calmar , 2,6% tomates en cubes, 2,6% petits pois, 2,2 % oignon, 2,1% calmar (mollusques), eau, sel), double concentré de tomates, 2,6% pas eau), 1,1% poivrons verts, huile de colza, jus de citron à base de concentré, du Pacifique décortiquées cuites (moules du Pacifique (mollusques) tournesol, oignon en poudre, épices, livèche), amidon de riz, ail en poudre. bouillon de poisson (sirop de glucose, sel, poisson en poude, huile de sel, tomate en poudre, crevettes (crustacés) en poudre, oignon en poudre, safran

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