Why is Tortellini con tres quesos classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines refined durum wheat semolina, eggs, multiple cheese powders, melted cheese, and industrial emulsifiers, which are characteristic of NOVA 4 foods that undergo extensive formulation and ingredient isolation. Its label lists the additive E1105 (chlorophyllin copper complex) as a colourant, alongside flavourings and spices that contribute to its ultra‑processed status.

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

With only 1.8 g of sugars per 100 g, the tortellini adds minimal carbohydrate load, making it relatively safe for blood‑glucose control. However, the 1.97 g of salt exceeds the World Health Organization’s recommendation of less than 5 g of salt per day when several servings are consumed, which can raise blood pressure and is not ideal for hypertension management.

Is the cheese filling in this product a concern for people with milk allergy or lactose intolerance?

Yes. The filling contains a blend of melted cheese, Pecorino Romano, Grana Padano, ricotta, milk, whey and other dairy derivatives, all of which trigger milk‑protein allergies and can cause symptoms in individuals with lactose intolerance.

Pagani • 250 g

Tortellini con tres quesos

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Tortellini con tres quesos is a refrigerated cheese‑filled egg pasta sold by Pagani in Spain and classified in the cereal food group according to the PNNS system. Per 100 g it provides 378 kcal, 15 g protein, 8.5 g total fat (5.2 g saturated), 4.8 g fiber, 1.8 g sugars and 1.97 g salt, earning a Nutri‑Score of D and a NOVA 4 rating for ultra‑processed foods. While the product offers a good amount of protein and fiber, it is high in salt and saturated fat, contains allergens (egg, gluten, milk) and includes the additive E1105.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal378 kcal

Fat8.5 g

Saturated Fat5.2 g

Carbohydrates58 g

Sugars1.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average stuffed‑pasta category, this tortellini has lower sugar, saturated fat and salt but higher protein, total fat, and energy per 100 g.

Ingredients

Pasta (72% ): (sémola de _trigo_ duro, _huevos_ 19,4%). Relleno (28%): pan rallado (harina de trigo tierno, sal), mezcla de quesos (24,6% sobre el relleno) [queso fundido en polvo (20,5% sobre el relleno) (leche, suero de leche, sal, enzimas), Pecorino Romano DOP (2% sobre el relleno (leche de oveja, sal, cuajo), Grana Padano DOP (2% sobre relleno) (leche, sal, cuajo, lisozima de huevos), margarina (grasa de coco, aceite de girasol, agua), ricotta (8,2% sobre el relleno) (leche, suero de leche, sal), sal, aromas, especias.

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