Why is Cheddar & Onion Chutney Rolls classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

They are made from refined wheat flour, added sugars and several food‑grade additives such as colour (E160a, E160ai) and a thickener (E440/pectin), which together place the product in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the high saturated‑fat and salt content in Cheddar & Onion Chutney Rolls affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 11.8 g of saturated fat per 100 g can raise LDL cholesterol, while 1.4 g of salt contributes to higher blood pressure; regular consumption may worsen lipid profiles and increase cardiovascular risk for people managing diabetes or hypertension, so intake should be limited.

Based on the ingredient list, is this product suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or low‑carb diets?

No, it contains dairy (cheddar, butter, crème fraîche), eggs and wheat flour, so it is neither vegan nor gluten‑free, and with 30.8 g of carbohydrates per 100 g it is also too high in carbs for low‑carb diets.

Higgidy • 160g

Cheddar & Onion Chutney Rolls

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Cheddar & Onion Chutney Rolls are a baked snack consisting of puff pastry filled with mature cheddar and caramelised red‑onion chutney. They belong to the Composite foods group, carry a Nutri‑Score of E and are classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), reflecting high saturated fat (11.8 g/100 g), moderate salt (1.41 g/100 g) and modest protein (9.6 g/100 g). The roll provides dietary fiber (2 g) and a notable portion of carbohydrates (30.8 g), but its high fat, added sugars and presence of several allergens (milk, eggs, gluten, mustard) make it an occasional indulgence rather than a health‑focused choice.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal346 kcal

Fat19.9 g

Saturated Fat11.8 g

Carbohydrates30.8 g

Sugars3.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average snack values, these rolls contain markedly more fat (19.9 g vs 5.94 g) and saturated fat (11.8 g vs 1.94 g), slightly higher sugar (3.6 g vs 3.57 g) but lower salt (1.4 g vs 3.55 g).

Ingredients

Wheat Flour (contains Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Butter (Milk), Mature Cheddar Cheese (Milk) (8%), Caramelised Red Onion Chutney (7%) (Red Wine Vinegar, Demerara Sugar, Red Onions, Water, Dehydrated Red Onion, Muscovado Sugar, Black Treacle, Citrus Fibre, Thickener (Pectin), Salt, Black Pepper), Onions, Potato, Free-Range Whole Egg, Cannellini Beans, Ricotta Cheese (Milk), Red Leicester Cheese (Milk) (contains Colour: Beta Carotene), Crème Fraîche (Milk), Medium Fat Hard Cheese (Milk), Free-Range Egg Yolk, Cornflour, Salt, Sustainable Palm Oil*, Dijon Mustard, Black Onion Seeds, Dried Skimmed Milk, Rapeseed Oil, Whipping Cream (Milk).

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