Why is MAGGI Gelée Madère classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The product is made from a blend of beef gelatin, salts, sugars, extracts, flavourings and a caramel colour, all of which are combined and dehydrated to create a ready‑to‑use base; this multi‑step industrial formulation matches the definition of ultra‑processed foods. The listed additives are caramel colour (E150a) and a gelling agent (E428).

How do the sugar and salt levels in MAGGI Gelée Madère affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 0.9 g of sugar per 100 g, the product adds minimal carbohydrate load, making it relatively safe for blood‑glucose control, but its 1.3 g of salt per 100 g contributes to sodium intake and should be limited for people managing hypertension.

Can MAGGI Gelée Madère be used in vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

The dressing contains beef gelatin, so it is not vegan or vegetarian, and it may not meet halal standards depending on the gelatin source. It is low in carbohydrates, which fits a keto profile, but it lists gluten among possible allergens, so it is not guaranteed gluten‑free.

Maggi • 48 g

MAGGI Gelée au Madère 48g - Boîte de 2 sachets

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

MAGGI Gelée Madère is a dehydrated salad dressing and jelly base that belongs to the Dressings and sauces group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of A and is classified in NOVA group 4, offering very low fat (0.5 g), sugar (0.9 g) and moderate salt (1.3 g) per 100 g, while providing 1.8 g of protein. The formula includes beef gelatin, added sugars, a caramel colour (E150a), a stabiliser (E428), and may contain allergens such as celery, eggs, milk, gluten, mustard and soy, making it unsuitable for vegan or certain restricted diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal12 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates1.1 g

Sugars0.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical food products, this dressing contains far less fat (0.5 g vs 12.0 g), sugar (0.9 g vs 10.9 g) and salt (1.3 g vs 5.0 g) per 100 g, while delivering a similar protein level.

Ingredients

Gélatine de bœuf 43%, sel de cuisine, sucre, sel minéral (potassium), arômes, vinaigre d'alcool, colorant : caramel ordinaire; extrait de vin de Madère 0,2%*, extrait de vin blanc, arôme naturel de poivre, extrait de thym. *équivalent à 2,2 g de vin de Madère mis en œuvre pour 100 g de produit déshydraté. Peut contenir : CELERI,OEUFS,LAIT,GLUTEN,MOUTARDE,SOJA.

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