Why is Soupe marocaine Harira classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from dehydrated ingredients and includes flavor enhancers such as monosodium glutamate, citric acid, added sugar and aroma compounds, which together with industrial processing steps place it in the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed group.

How does the high sugar and salt content in this soup affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

The 14 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, while the 2.95 g of salt contributes significantly to sodium intake, making the product generally unsuitable for strict diabetic or hypertension management.

Is Soupe marocaine Harira suitable for vegan, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

It is certified halal, but it contains wheat flour and soy oil, so it is not gluten‑free and not considered vegan due to possible animal‑derived flavorings.

Ideal • 135g

Soupe marocaine Harira

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Soupe marocaine Harira is a dehydrated Moroccan Harira soup marketed by Ideal, classified in the Composite foods and One‑dish meals groups. Per 100 g it delivers 343 kcal, 12 g protein, 8.3 g fiber and 4.2 g fat, yet also contains 14 g sugars, 2.95 g salt and additives such as monosodium glutamate, citric acid and flavorings, which place it in the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed category and leave it without a displayed Nutri‑Score. The high protein and fiber may support satiety, but the elevated sugar, salt and presence of allergens like wheat, celery and soy make it unsuitable for low‑sodium, low‑sugar or gluten‑free diets.

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal343 kcal

Fat4.2 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates60 g

Sugars14 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical dried soups, this Harira contains roughly four times more sugar (14 g vs 3.6 g per 100 g) and twice the calories, while its fat and salt are modestly lower than the category averages.

Ingredients

Farine de blé, légumes (tomate 7.5%, lentilles ,pois chiches, oignon 0.9%, céleri), amidon de maïs, vermicelle de blé dur (11.2%), sel, huile de soja, exhausteur de goût: glutamate monosodium, épices: (piment doux, curcuma, poivre, cannelle), extrait de levure, persil, sucre, acide citrique, arôme,

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