Why is Raviolis pesto basilic et pignons classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The ravioli are made from refined wheat flour, egg, and a complex filling that includes added salt, natural flavourings, lactose and multiple processing steps such as cooking, shaping and packaging, which together meet the criteria for an ultra‑processed food even though no artificial additives are listed.

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

With 4.6 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can raise blood glucose levels and should be consumed in moderation by people with diabetes, while its 1.1 g of salt (≈440 mg sodium) contributes a moderate amount to daily sodium intake, so hypertensive individuals should limit portion size.

Are pine nuts and almonds in this ravioli a concern for people with tree‑nut allergies?

Yes, the filling contains pine nuts and almonds, both classified as tree nuts, so anyone with a tree‑nut allergy should avoid this product.

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Raviolis pesto basilic et pignons

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Raviolis pesto basilic et pignons are fresh, egg‑based ravioli filled with a basil pesto that includes sunflower oil, Pecorino Romano, pine nuts, almonds, ricotta cheese and cream, packaged as a ready‑to‑eat one‑dish meal. The product carries a Nutri‑Score of C and falls in NOVA group 4, reflecting its high fat (16 g), saturated fat (5.3 g) and calorie content (309 kcal per 100 g) while offering notable protein (8.7 g) and fiber (6.9 g) but also higher sugar (4.6 g) than typical prepared pastas. It contains the allergens eggs, gluten, milk and tree nuts, is marketed as free from artificial flavours and preservatives, and may have traces of celery, crustaceans, fish, molluscs, mustard, soy and additional nuts.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal309 kcal

Fat16 g

Saturated Fat5.3 g

Carbohydrates29 g

Sugars4.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average prepared pasta dishes (average per 100 g: 3.6 g sugar, 5.9 g fat, 1.9 g saturated fat, 3.6 g salt, 174 kcal, 2.1 g fiber), these ravioli contain markedly more fat, saturated fat and calories, slightly more sugar, but provide twice the fiber and about one‑third the salt.

Ingredients

Farce 58% ( pesto de basilic 32% (huile de tournesol, basilic 28%, Pecorino Romano 9,5%, pignons de pin 8%, amandes, sel , huile d'olive extra vierge, ail), fromage ricotta (sérum de lait, lait, sel), crème (contient du lait), fibres végétales (chicorée et blé), crème aigre (contient du lait), sérum de lait en poudre, beurre, chapelure (farine de blé tendre, eau, sel, levure), arômes naturels, lactose ), pâte 42% ( farine de blé tendre, œufs 30%, semoule de blé dur). Peut contenir des fruits à coque, poissons, crustacés, mollusques, moutarde, soja, céleri.

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