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

The product includes refined components such as refined colza oil, added sugar, emulsified egg yolk, and several food additives (E160c – paprika extract, E330 – citric acid, and E392 – rosemary extract), which together with its industrial processing steps place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the sugar and salt content in Sauce Algérienne affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 12.8 g of sugar and 2.1 g of salt per 100 ml, the sauce can raise blood glucose levels for people with diabetes and contributes a moderate amount of sodium for those monitoring blood pressure, so it should be used sparingly in such diets.

Is the egg yolk in Sauce Algérienne a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes, egg yolk is listed as an ingredient and the product is labelled with the egg allergen, therefore it should be avoided by anyone who is allergic to eggs.

Colona • 500 ml

Sauce Algérienne

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Sauce Algérienne by Colona is a cold emulsified condiment made with colza oil, tomato purée, egg yolk, onions, mustard and a blend of spices, marketed in a 500 ml plastic pot. It belongs to the “fat and sauces” group (dressings and sauces), carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) due to its refined ingredients and several food additives (E160c, E330, E392). Nutritionally, the sauce is high in sugar (12.8 g), saturated fat (4.2 g) and overall energy (≈515 kcal per 100 ml), while also containing allergens such as egg, mustard and wheat, which may be a drawback for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal521 kcal

Fat49.4 g

Saturated Fat4.2 g

Carbohydrates17.1 g

Sugars12.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sauce in its category, Sauce Algérienne contains more sugar (12.8 g vs 10.95 g), about twice the saturated fat (4.2 g vs 2.14 g), roughly half the salt (2.1 g vs 5.02 g) and almost three times the energy (≈515 kcal vs 183 kcal) per 100 ml.

Ingredients

Huile de colza, sucre, eau, vinaigre, purée de tomates, jaunes d'_oeufs_, oignons, _moutarde_ (eau, graines de moutarde, sel, vinaigre, curcuma), extraits naturels et aromates, oignons rôtis 1,6% (contient _blé_), sel, antioxydant : extrait de romarin, acidifiant : acide citrique, arômes, colorant : extrait de paprika,

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