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

The product mixes refined flours, restructured soy flour, added starches and vegetable oil, which are typical of ultra‑processed foods, placing it in NOVA group 4. Its label lists sodium acetate as a preservative, xanthan gum (E415) as a thickener, and a small amount of added sugar, all of which are considered food‑grade additives.

How does the high fat and protein content of Mini burger spinaci affect a heart‑healthy diet?

The 12 g of protein per 100 g supports muscle maintenance and can be beneficial in a heart‑healthy plan, but the 14 g of total fat, including 1.7 g of saturated fat, raises the overall calorie density. Consuming it in moderation alongside lower‑fat foods helps balance the benefits of protein with the need to limit saturated fat intake.

Is the soy present in Mini burger spinaci a problem for people with soy allergies or for those avoiding soy?

Yes. The formulation contains soy flour, restructured soy flour and soy protein, which are declared allergens. Anyone with a soy allergy or who chooses to avoid soy should not consume this product.

Amo Essere, Eurospin

Mini burger spinaci

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Mini burger spinaci is a plant‑based mini burger that falls under the Bread and Cereals‑and‑Potatoes groups, offering 12 g of protein and 4.7 g of fiber per 100 g. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product with added sodium acetate as a preservative and xanthan gum as a thickener. Nutritionally it provides low sugar (2.8 g) and moderate salt (1.48 g) but its fat content is relatively high at 14 g, including 1.7 g of saturated fat, so it delivers a mixed profile of protein‑rich benefits and higher fat load.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Added Sugars0.1 g

Fruits & Vegetables40.6 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical plant‑based breads, the Mini burger spinaci contains far less sugar (2.8 g vs 4.8 g) and carbohydrates (12 g vs 47 g), considerably more protein (12 g vs 9.9 g) and fat (14 g vs 5.5 g), while offering lower salt (1.5 g vs 4 g) and lower energy (231 kcal vs 349 kcal).

Ingredients

Spinaci 25%, carote, farina di SOIA ristrutturata e reidratata, olio di semi di girasole, farina di FRUMENTO, glutine di FRUMENTO, fiocchi di patata, proteine di SOIA, farina di riso, cipolla, sale, amido di tapioca, spezie, zucchero, fibra di pisello, amido di pisello, addensante: gomma di xanthan; lievito, conservante: acetato di sodio.

84%

35%

Unlock What Your Food Doesn't Tell You

Scan this and millions of other food products to discover hidden positive & negative points, scores percentage, additives, allergens, and deeper product insights with the free NutrScan app.