Why is the Sensational burger classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labeled NOVA 4 because the formulation includes processed soy protein, refined vegetable oils, a stabiliser (methylcellulose, E461) and an acidity regulator (potassium hydroxide, E525) together with flavourings and other processing aids, which are typical of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive diet?

With 0.9 g of salt per 100 g, the burger contributes a moderate amount of sodium; consumers monitoring blood pressure should limit portions to keep daily salt intake within recommended limits.

Is the Sensational burger suitable for vegan, gluten‑free or soy‑allergic diets?

The patty contains only plant‑based ingredients, so it can be considered vegetarian and potentially vegan, but some flavourings are listed as “maybe vegan” and the product includes wheat‑derived components, making it unsuitable for gluten‑free diets and unsafe for anyone allergic to soy.

Nestlé, Garden Gourmet • 226 g

Sensational burger

Meat Alternatives

Product Insights

The Sensational burger is a vegetarian meat‑alternative patty offering 14 g of protein and 5.9 g of fiber per 100 g, placing it in the meat‑alternatives dietary family. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), reflecting the inclusion of stabilisers, flavourings and a modest amount of added sugars. While the product is low in sugars and provides a good protein‑to‑fat ratio, it contains 0.9 g of salt and 13.5 g of total fat per 100 g, which may be a concern for sodium‑sensitive or low‑fat diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal197 kcal

Fat13.5 g

Saturated Fat3.9 g

Carbohydrates1.9 g

Sugars1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average vegetarian patty, the Sensational burger contains less sugar and carbohydrates but markedly more total and saturated fat, while delivering higher protein and fiber levels.

Ingredients

Proteine di SOIA reidratate 48% (acqua, proteine di SOIA concentrate 20,4%), acqua, oli vegetali (colza, cocco), aceto di alcol, aromi, stabilizzante: metilcellulosa, amido di mais, concentrati di frutta e vegetali (mela, barbabietola, carota, ibisco), sale, correttore di acidità: idrossido di potassio, estratto di malto in polvere (da ORZO), salsa di SOIA (SOIA, FRUMENTO, sale). Può contenere: UOVA, SEDANO, SENAPE e SEMI DI SESAMO.

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