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

The quiche is labeled NOVA 4 because its ingredients include processed meat, refined flours, and several food‑industry additives. It contains sodium nitrite (E250) as a preservative, sodium ascorbate (E301) as an antioxidant, and pentasodium triphosphate (E451i) as a stabiliser, all of which are typical of ultra‑processed products.

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

With 2 g of sugar per 100 g, the quiche adds a modest amount of carbohydrate that can fit within a controlled‑carb plan, but the 0.6 g of salt per 100 g contributes to daily sodium intake and should be balanced with lower‑salt foods for people managing hypertension.

Is the palm oil used in this Quiche Lorraine a concern for environmental sustainability?

Palm oil is listed as an ingredient and carries a negative adjustment in the product’s environmental score because its production is linked to deforestation and habitat loss for threatened species. Choosing products with sustainably sourced or alternative vegetable oils can reduce this environmental impact.

Tesco

Quiche Lorraine

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Tesco Quiche Lorraine is a ready‑to‑eat savory quiche listed under the composite foods and pizza‑pies‑and‑quiches group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as NOVA 4 ultra‑processed, with relatively high saturated fat (7.9 g per 100 g) and salt (0.6 g per 100 g) but modest sugar (2 g per 100 g) and decent protein (11 g per 100 g). The product provides calcium‑rich dairy and pork protein yet contains palm oil, several additives (E250, E301, E451i) and allergens such as milk, gluten, eggs and pork, making it suitable for occasional meals rather than a health‑focused staple.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Added Sugars2.1 g

Fruits & Vegetables0.1 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average quiche/pie, this Quiche Lorraine contains more fat (16.5 g vs 11.4 g) and saturated fat (7.9 g vs 4.9 g), but less sugar (2 g vs 4.1 g) and considerably less salt (0.6 g vs 2.2 g), while delivering slightly higher protein.

Ingredients

Semi Skimmed Milk, Beechwood Smoked Reformed Bacon With Added Water And Smoked Water (19%) [Pork, Water, Dextrose, Salt, Stabiliser (Pentasodium Triphosphate), Smoked Water, Antioxidant (Sodium Ascorbate), Preservative (Sodium Nitrite)], Cheddar Cheese Blend (Milk) (17%) [Extra Mature Cheddar, Mature Cheddar], Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium, Folic Acid, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin]. Pasteurised Egg, Palm Oil, Maize Flour, Double Cream (Milk), Cornflour, Rapeseed Oil, White Pepper, Nutmeg. Made using British pork. Allergy Advice

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