Why is Tortelloni Chicken & Chorizo classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labelled NOVA 4 because it includes processed ingredients such as dried skimmed milk, wheat flour, and chorizo, and it contains additives for preservation and flavor, specifically sodium nitrite (E250), potassium nitrate (E252) and sodium ascorbate (E301).

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

With only 2 g of sugars per 100 g, the pasta is relatively low in sugar and therefore less likely to spike blood glucose, but its 0.68 g of salt per 100 g contributes to sodium intake and should be limited for anyone managing hypertension.

Is the wheat flour in this tortelloni a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes, the primary dough contains wheat flour and durum wheat semolina, both of which contain gluten, so the product is not suitable for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Tesco • 300g

Tortelloni Chicken & Chorizo

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Tortelloni Chicken & Chorizo is a ready‑made stuffed pasta in the Cereals and potatoes PNNS group, packed in a PET tray and sold by Tesco. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and belongs to NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product that contains added sugars, preservatives (E250, E252) and an antioxidant (E301). While it offers a decent protein level (7 g per 100 g) and low sugar content, it is relatively high in fat, salt and includes allergens such as milk, egg, gluten and pork.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal193 kcal

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for stuffed pastas, this tortelloni is lower in sugars, total fat, saturated fat, salt and energy, but also provides less protein and fiber than the category norms.

Ingredients

fresh egg pasta [wheat flour, durum wheat semolina, egg, water], potato, tomato purée, water, dried potato, breadcrumbs [wheat flour, water, salt, malted wheat flour], chorizo (4%) [pork, water, flavouring, salt, smoked paprika, dextrose, garlic, antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate), nutmeg, oregano], sunflower oil, ricotta full fat whey cheese (milk), chicken breast (3%), wheat flour, dried skimmed milk, paprika, salt, chicory fibre, garlic, dextrose, glucose syrup, xylose, corn starch, chilli powder, rosemary, sage

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