Why is Carré gourmand Tomates et mozzarella classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines several industrial ingredients such as a pre‑made breadcrumb mix, processed cheeses, vegetable oils and flavor enhancers, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category; it lists two additives: E160c (paprika extract) for colour and flavor, and E267 (buffered vinegar) as an acidity regulator.

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

With 3.2 g of sugars and 0.86 g of salt per 100 g, the product provides more sugar than the typical meat‑alternative average, which can raise blood glucose levels for diabetics, while the salt amount is moderate but may still contribute to sodium intake for people managing hypertension; portion control is recommended.

Is the powdered egg white in this product a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes; the ingredient list includes powdered egg white, which is highlighted as an allergen, so anyone with an egg allergy should avoid this product.

Garden Gourmet, Garden gourmet • 160 g

Carré gourmand Tomates et mozzarella

Meat Alternatives

Product Insights

Carré gourmand Tomates et mozzarella is a frozen, breaded, vegetarian square made with tomatoes, mozzarella, white cheese, and a breadcrumb coating, marketed as a meat‑alternative patty. It delivers 9.8 g of protein and 3.2 g of fiber per 100 g, while keeping added sugars low at 0.44 g, but it also contains 8.5 g of fat, 1.8 g of saturated fat and 0.86 g of salt, giving it a Nutri‑Score of B. The product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and includes the additives E160c (paprika extract) and E267 (buffered vinegar); it lists eggs, milk and gluten among its allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal194 kcal

Fat8.5 g

Saturated Fat1.8 g

Carbohydrates17.9 g

Sugars3.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average vegetarian patty, this product has markedly higher sugars (3.2 g vs 0.95 g) and lower fat (8.5 g vs 10.36 g), saturated fat (1.8 g vs 2.7 g), salt (0.86 g vs 1.36 g), and protein (9.8 g vs 15.0 g), while providing more dietary fiber (3.2 g vs 2.15 g).

Ingredients

Tomates 29,3 %, FROMAGE blanc au LAIT écrémé pasteurisé 13.8%, chapelure 11,3% (farine de BLÉ, levure, sel, huile de colza, épices, extrait de paprika), MOZZARELLA (LAIT) 7%, huiles végétales (colza, tournesol) en proportion variable, oignons, plantes aromatiques (basilic, persil), amidon de maïs, blanc d'ŒUF en poudre 3,9%, EDAM (LAIT) 3,5%, farine de BLÉ, ail, correcteur d'acidité : vinaigre tamponné ; fibres de bambou, sucre, sel. Peut contenir : SOJA.

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