Why is Krisp classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what additives does it contain?

Krisp is labelled NOVA 4 because it combines refined vegetable ingredients with added oils, starches, flavorings, preservatives and a processed wheat breading, all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods; the only listed additives are methylcellulose (E461) used as a thickener and potassium sorbate (E202) used as a preservative.

How do the sugar and salt levels in this veggie burger affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

The product provides 3.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is low and adds only a modest amount of carbohydrates, but it also contains 1.1 g of salt per 100 g (about 440 mg of sodium), a level that can contribute to higher blood pressure and should be limited by individuals managing hypertension; diabetics should count the total carbohydrate load in their overall diet.

Is Krisp suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or keto diets?

Krisp contains no animal‑derived ingredients, making it vegan, but it includes wheat flour and gluten, so it is not suitable for gluten‑free diets; its carbohydrate content of 14 g per 100 g and the presence of breading also make it unsuitable for strict keto plans.

Kioene • 180g

Krisp

Meat Alternatives

Product Insights

This 180 g tray contains a vegetarian meat‑alternative hamburger patty made from zucchini, soy flour, potatoes, spinach and a wheat‑based breading. It receives a Nutri‑Score of C and falls into NOVA group 4 (ultra‑processed), offering 10 g of fat, 6.7 g of protein, 5.1 g of fiber and 1.1 g of salt per 100 g, while sugars remain low at 3.1 g. The recipe uses the additives methylcellulose (E461) and potassium sorbate (E202) and contains gluten and soy, with declared possible traces of mustard, celery and lupin.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal186 kcal

Fat10.3 g

Saturated Fat1.1 g

Carbohydrates14 g

Sugars3.1 g

Comparative Analysis

With moderate fat, low sugar and a high fiber content, this veggie burger positions itself between traditional meat patties and other plant‑based options, but its ultra‑processed status and 1.1 g of salt per 100 g keep its Nutri‑Score at C.

Ingredients

Zucchine 33%, panatura 20% [ acqua, farina di FRUMENTO, sale, panko 7% (farina di FRUMENTO, lievito, sale), fiocchi di patate 3%*, prezzemolo 0,2%*], olio di semi di girasole, farina di SOIA ristrutturata e reidratata, patate 6%, spinaci, pangrattato (farina di GRANO tenero tipo "0", lievito di birra, sale), cipolla, amido, prezzemolo 1%, glutine di GRANO, fibra di pisello, sale, addensante: metilcellulosa; aroma naturale, conservante: sorbato di potassio; aglio disidratato. Può contenere SENAPE, SEDANO e LUPINI.

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