Why does this egg mayonnaise receive a Nutri‑Score of E, and which nutrients are responsible for the low rating?

The Nutri‑Score is driven by its very high energy (744 kcal per 100 ml), high total fat (82 g) and saturated fat (6.7 g) as well as a moderate salt level (1 g), all of which earn negative points that outweigh any positive contributions, resulting in the lowest grade E.

How does the high fat and saturated fat content of this mayonnaise impact a heart‑healthy or weight‑management diet?

Its large fat content raises the overall calorie load and the saturated fat can increase LDL cholesterol, which may be counterproductive for heart‑healthy or calorie‑restricted diets; moderation and pairing with low‑fat foods are advisable.

Is the egg yolk in this mayonnaise a concern for people with egg allergy, and are there any alternative formulations?

Yes, the product contains egg yolk, which is a listed allergen and makes it unsuitable for anyone with an egg allergy. Consumers seeking an egg‑free option can look for vegan mayonnaise varieties that use plant‑based emulsifiers instead.

Vandemoortele • 400ml / 377g

Mayonnaise aux oeufs

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Mayonnaise aux œufs is a creamy condiment made primarily of rapeseed oil (79.5%), water, free‑range egg yolk, vinegar, mustard and salt. It belongs to the PNNS groups “Fat and sauces” and “Dressings and sauces”, carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified in NOVA group 3, indicating a moderately processed product that is very high in fat (82 g per 100 ml) and saturated fat, contains moderate salt (1 g per 100 ml) and no added sugars. While it is vegetarian, it is not vegan because of the egg yolk, includes egg and mustard allergens, and its high energy density makes it a calorie‑rich addition to meals.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal744 kcal

Fat82 g

Saturated Fat6.7 g

Carbohydrates0.1 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average mayonnaise in its category, this product contains dramatically more fat (82 g vs 12 g per 100 g) and saturated fat, similar salt, and virtually no sugars, resulting in a much higher energy content.

Ingredients

Huile de colza 79,5%, eau, jaune d'OEUFS de poules élevées en plein air 7,5%, vinaigre, MOUTARDE (eau, graines de MOUTARDE, vinaigre, şel, épices), sel, vinaigre de vin blanc.

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