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

The product includes multiple industrial ingredients such as refined rapeseed oil, modified maize starch, and a range of food‑grade additives – guar gum (E412), xanthan gum (E415), tartaric acid (E334), potassium sorbate (E202), beta‑carotene (E160a(i)), and sucralose (E955) – which together place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

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

Each 100 ml serving supplies 6.3 g of sugar and 1.03 g of salt; the sugar can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes for people with diabetes, while the salt contributes significantly to daily sodium limits, which may worsen blood‑pressure control for those with hypertension, so moderation is advised.

Is the mustard in this Salad Cream a concern for people with mustard allergy?

Yes. Mustard is listed as an allergen and the ingredient list includes mustard seed and mustard‑based components, so anyone allergic to mustard should avoid this product.

Tesco, Stockwell & Co. • 450ml

Salad Cream

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

This product is a 450 ml bottle of salad cream, a creamy dressing that belongs to the “fat and sauces” and “dressings and sauces” categories. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as an ultra‑processed food (NOVA 4) because it contains several additives such as guar gum, xanthan gum, tartaric acid, potassium sorbate, beta‑carotene and sucralose. Per 100 ml it provides 105 kcal, 6.6 g fat (0.8 g saturated), 6.3 g sugars and 1.0 g salt, giving a moderate level of these nutrients while offering only 0.9 g protein and 0.2 g fibre.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal105 kcal

Fat6.6 g

Saturated Fat0.8 g

Carbohydrates10.3 g

Sugars6.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for salad‑cream type products, this dressing contains roughly half the sugar, fat, saturated fat, salt and calories, but also provides less fibre and protein.

Ingredients

Water, Spirit Vinegar, Sugar, Rapeseed Oil (5%), Modified Maize Starch, Mustard [Water, Mustard Seed, Spirit Vinegar, Red Wine Vinegar, Salt, Sugar, Dextrose, Flavouring, Pepper], Dried Egg Yolk, Salt, Thickeners (Guar Gum, Xanthan Gum), Acidity Regulator (Tartaric Acid), Preservative (Potassium Sorbate), Colour (Beta-Carotene), Sweetener (Sucralose).

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