Why is Plant-based Filet (Chicken‑Style) classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives are present in the formulation?

The product uses refined protein isolates (textured wheat, soy and pea protein), added oils, a fermented onion extract, and several food‑technology ingredients such as methylcellulose and xanthan gum as thickeners, plus a natural flavouring and a small amount of ketchup, all of which qualify it as ultra‑processed under the NOVA system.

How might the salt content of this plant‑based filet affect individuals with hypertension or those following a low‑sodium diet?

At 2 g of salt per 100 g, the filet is classified as high in salt; consuming typical serving sizes can contribute a significant portion of the recommended daily limit (5 g), which may raise blood pressure in hypertensive people and is not suitable for strict low‑sodium diets.

Is this product compatible with common dietary patterns such as vegan, gluten‑free, keto, or halal?

The product is fully vegan, but it contains wheat protein (gluten) and soy, so it is not gluten‑free and may trigger soy allergies. Its carbohydrate level (5 g per 100 g) is modest, making it borderline for a keto regimen, and no halal certification is provided.

The Green Mountain • 240 g

Plant-based Filet (Hähnchen-Art)

Meat Alternatives

Product Insights

The product is a plant‑based chicken‑style filet made from wheat, soy and pea proteins, marketed as a vegan meat analogue. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed item, with relatively high salt (2 g per 100 g) and moderate fat (8.9 g) but low sugars and a good fiber content of 5.6 g. As a protein‑rich product it provides 12 g of protein per 100 g, yet the presence of thickeners, gluten and soy allergens may limit suitability for some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal169 kcal

Fat8.9 g

Saturated Fat0.9 g

Carbohydrates5 g

Sugars0.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average meat‑alternative (per 100 g), this plant‑based filet contains less fat (8.9 g vs 9.5 g), markedly less saturated fat and sugars, slightly lower salt, fewer calories, lower protein, but a higher fiber content.

Ingredients

Wasser, texturiertes Weizenprotein 8,5%, texturiertes Sojaprotein 8,5%, Rapsöl, Zwiebelextrakt fermentiert, Verdickungsmittel (Methylcellulose, Xanthan), natürliches Aroma, Erbsenprotein 2,5%, Inulin, Branntweinessig, Zitronensaftkonzentrat, Gewürze, Ketchup (Tomatenmarkkonzentrat, Wasser, Glukosesirup, Weißweinessig, Rohrohrzucker, Maisstärke, Speisesalz jodiert [Speisesalz, Kaliumiodid]), Curry, Speisesalz, färbendes Rote Bete Saftkonzentrat.

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