Why is vegane Chorizo-Bratwurst aus Seitan classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from highly refined ingredients such as seitan (wheat protein), coconut fat, yeast extract, spices, smoked wood flavor and a thickening agent (carob seed flour), all of which are industrially processed, qualifying the product as ultra‑processed.

How do the saturated-fat and salt levels in this sausage affect people with cardiovascular or hypertensive conditions?

The 9.3 g of saturated fat can raise LDL cholesterol, and the 1.8 g of salt approaches the recommended daily maximum, potentially increasing blood pressure, so consumption should be limited for those at risk.

Is this vegan sausage suitable for a gluten-free diet?

No, the main component is seitan, which is made from wheat protein and contains gluten, making it unsuitable for gluten‑intolerant individuals.

DmBio • 130 g

vegane Chorizo-Bratwurst aus Seitan

Plant Based Foods And Beverages

Product Insights

The vegane Chorizo-Bratwurst aus Seitan is a plant-based meat analogue marketed as a vegan sausage. It falls in the meat-alternatives group, carries a Nutri-Score of E and is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), with 29 g of protein per 100 g but also 9.3 g saturated fat and 1.8 g salt. While the high protein and low sugar make it appealing for vegans, the elevated saturated fat, salt and presence of gluten and mustard allergens limit its health profile.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal247 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat9.3 g

Carbohydrates5.9 g

Sugars2.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average meat-alternative products, this sausage contains far less sugar (2.9 g vs 10.7 g), lower total fat (11 g vs 14.4 g) and fewer calories (247 kcal vs 276 kcal), but its saturated fat is markedly higher (9.3 g vs 4.2 g) and it provides substantially more protein (29 g vs 7.2 g).

Ingredients

Seitan 64% (Wasser, _Weizeneiweiss_), Paprika rot 17,1%, Kokosfett, Zwiebeln 3,3%, Hefeextrakt, Gewürze (Knoblauch, Paprika, _SENFMEHL_, Chili, Pfeffer, Muskat, Piment, SELLERIE, Koriander, Kardamom, Kumin, Kurkuma, Ingwer, Kümmel, Macis, Nelken), Steinsalz, Verdickungsmittel: Johannisbrotkernmehl, Buchenholzrauch

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