Why is Aceitunas rellenas de anchoa classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is rated NOVA 4 because it includes several industrial additives beyond the basic olive and salt matrix: flavor enhancers E621 (monosodium glutamate) and E635 (disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), stabilisers E401 (sodium alginate) and calcium chloride (E509), an antioxidant E300 (ascorbic acid) and an acidulant E330 (citric acid). These ingredients, together with the anchovy paste, push the formulation into the ultra‑processed category.

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive diet?

With 2.6 g of salt per 100 g, the olives contribute a significant portion of the recommended maximum daily sodium intake (≈5 g of salt). Regular consumption could elevate blood pressure, so people with hypertension should limit portion size or choose lower‑salt alternatives.

Is this product suitable for vegan or vegetarian diets?

No. The inclusion of anchovy paste introduces fish protein, making the product unsuitable for both vegan and vegetarian diets.

Hacendado

Aceitunas rellenas de anchoa

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Aceitunas rellenas de anchoa are green olives stuffed with anchovy paste, sold under the Hacendado brand at Mercadona. They belong to the PNNS groups “Salty snacks” and “Salty and fatty products”, carry a Nutri‑Score of D and are classified in NOVA group 4, reflecting an ultra‑processed status due to added flavor enhancers, stabilisers and antioxidants. Nutritionally, the serving provides 150 kcal, 15 g fat (2.9 g saturated), 1.6 g protein and 2.6 g salt per 100 g, with low sugar but a relatively high salt level for a snack.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal150 kcal

Fat15 g

Saturated Fat2.9 g

Carbohydrates0.9 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average salty‑snack category (≈209 kcal, 18.9 g fat, 5.8 g saturated fat, 2.9 g salt and 2.6 g sugar per 100 g), these stuffed olives contain fewer calories, less total and saturated fat, lower sugar and slightly lower salt, making them a comparatively lighter option.

Ingredients

Aceitunas, sal, pasta de anchoa 6% (anchoa, estabilizador (E-401)), potenciadores del sabor (E-621, E-635), acidulante (ácido cítrico), antioxidante (ácido ascórbico), Estabilizador (cloruro de calcio).

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