Why is Mexican Chipotle Burrito classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labeled NOVA 4 because its ingredient list includes multiple processed components such as refined flours, oils, and a range of food additives. The additives present are E296 (malic acid), E422 (glycerine), E450/E450i (sodium acid pyrophosphate), and E500/E500ii (sodium bicarbonate), which are used as acidity regulators, humectants, and raising agents.

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

With only 2.88 g of sugar and 0.67 g of salt per 100 g, the burrito is lower in both sugar and sodium than many comparable products, making it a relatively safer option for people managing blood glucose or blood pressure. However, the overall carbohydrate load (28.4 g) is still substantial, so portion control remains important for strict diabetic meal plans.

Based on its ingredients, is Mexican Chipotle Burrito suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or mustard‑allergic diets?

The burrito is formulated without any animal‑derived ingredients, so it is compatible with a vegan diet. It contains wheat flour and therefore is not gluten‑free, and mustard is listed as an allergen, so it should be avoided by individuals with mustard allergy.

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Mexican Chipotle Burrito

Composite Foods

Product Insights

The Mexican Chipotle Burrito is a plant‑based wrap classified in the Composite foods and Sandwiches groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is listed as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product containing several additives and refined ingredients. While it offers a decent amount of fiber (2.4 g per 100 g) and modest sugar and salt levels, its protein content is relatively low (5.2 g) and it includes allergens such as wheat and mustard.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Added Sugars0.5 g

Fruits & Vegetables49.5 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical wraps, this burrito contains far less fat (5.6 g vs 19.05 g), saturated fat (1.44 g vs 6.49 g), sugar (2.88 g vs 4.52 g), and salt (0.67 g vs 3.17 g), but also provides considerably less protein (5.2 g vs 18.39 g) while its carbohydrate level is similar to the category average.

Ingredients

Mexican Bean Burrito Mix (44%) ((Black Beans, Mexican Rice (Water, Long Grain Brown Rice, Paprika), Sweetcorn, Vegan Mayo (Rapeseed Oil, Water, Cornflour, Spirit Vinegar, Dijon MUSTARD (Water, MUSTARD Seeds, Spirit Vinegar, Salt), Lemon Juice from Concentrate, Salt, Sugar, MUSTARD Powder), Chipotle Paste (White Wine Vinegar, Brown Sugar, Chipotle Chilli Flakes, Onion, Tomato Paste, Balsamic Vinegar (Wine Vinegar, Grape Must), Rapeseed Oil, Chipotle Chilli Pepper, Garlic Purée, Salt, Smoked Paprika, Cumin), Red Onion, Fresh Coriander, Sea Salt)), Tortilla Wrap (32%) (WHEAT Flour (Fortified with Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Palm Oil, Humectant (Glycerine), Raising Agents (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate), Sugar, Acidity Regulator (Malic Acid), Salt), Roasted Sweet Potato (12%) (Sweet Potato, Rapeseed Oil, Sea Salt, Cayenne Pepper), Red Peppers (6%), Spinach (5%).

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