Why is Lasagne Ricotta e Spinaci classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The NOVA 4 rating reflects the use of multiple industrially processed ingredients such as refined wheat flour, sunflower oil, natural flavourings and dairy concentrates, as well as manufacturing steps like pre‑cooking and packaging; the product lists no artificial additives, but it does contain natural flavourings, salt and oil as its processed components.

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

With only 3.4 g of sugars and virtually no salt per 100 g, the lasagna adds minimal glucose load and does not contribute to sodium intake, making it a relatively safe occasional choice for people managing diabetes or high blood pressure, provided total carbohydrate and calorie intake are considered.

Is the ricotta in this product a concern for lactose‑intolerant consumers?

Yes, the ricotta filling and other dairy ingredients (whole milk, mozzarella) contain lactose, so individuals with lactose intolerance may experience discomfort and should choose a lactose‑free alternative.

Giovanni Rana • 350 g

Lasagne Ricotta e Spinaci

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Lasagne Ricotta e Spinaci is a ready‑to‑heat vegetarian lasagna classified as a Composite food and One‑dish meal. It offers modest protein (6.7 g per 100 g) and low sugar (3.4 g) and virtually no salt, but its fat (7.4 g) and saturated fat (4.2 g) are higher than typical prepared lasagnes and it falls in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category with a Nutri‑Score of C. The product contains dairy, eggs and gluten, carries no artificial flavors or preservatives, and is suitable for vegetarians who tolerate dairy and gluten.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal143 kcal

Fat7.4 g

Saturated Fat4.2 g

Carbohydrates12 g

Sugars3.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average prepared lasagne (174 kcal, 5.9 g fat, 3.6 g sugar and 3.5 g salt per 100 g), this lasagna provides only 43 kcal, lower sugar and negligible salt, but a higher saturated fat content of 4.2 g.

Ingredients

Besciamella 47% latte intero 78%, acqua, farina di grano tenero, olio di girasole, aroma naturale, sale. Ripieno con ricotta e spinaci 32%: ricotta 31% (siero di latte, latte, sale), latte intero, spinaci 20% crema di latte, fibre vegetali (di mais e patata), amidi, sale, aglio, aroma naturale, pepe nero, noce moscata. Formaggio mozzarella 15%: latte intero, sale, fermenti lattici, caglio. Pasta fresca all'uovo 6% semola di grano duro, uovo 20%.

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