Why is Brown Basmati Rice classified as a processed food (NOVA 3) and does it contain any additives?

The rice is pre‑cooked and blended with vegetable oil and salt, which places it in the NOVA 3 category for processed foods; the ingredient list shows no additives and the additive count is zero, so it contains only the basic ingredients.

How does the low sugar and salt content of this rice affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

With only 0.4 g of sugar and 0.11 g of salt per 100 g, the product is suitable for diabetic and hypertensive diets because it adds minimal glucose and sodium, helping to maintain blood sugar and blood pressure control when consumed as part of a balanced meal.

Is Brown Basmati Rice suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or low‑carb dietary plans?

The rice is fully vegan and naturally gluten‑free, making it appropriate for those restrictions; however, it contains about 24 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, so it is not considered low‑carb and may need to be limited on strict ketogenic diets.

Sainsbury's • 250g

Brown Basmati Rice

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Brown Basmati Rice is a 250 g pack of cooked brown basmati rice sold by Sainsbury's, sourced from Spain and certified vegan. It belongs to the Cereals and potatoes group, carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is classified as NOVA 3, indicating it is processed but contains no listed additives. While it offers low sugar, low salt and modest fiber, it is relatively high in carbohydrates and provides modest protein, making it a nutritious staple but not a low‑calorie option.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal134 kcal

Starch24.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical plant‑based rice products, this brown basmati rice contains only 0.4 g of sugar, 1.44 g of fat and 0.11 g of salt per 100 g, far below the category averages of 9 g, 6.94 g and 2.96 g respectively, while providing modest fiber (4.08 g) and lower protein (2.56 g) than the average 9.76 g.

Ingredients

Cooked Brown Basmati Rice, Vegetable Oil (Sunflower, Rapeseed), Salt

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