Why is LASAGNA BOLONESA BOLONHESA HACENDADO classified as processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines multiple processed ingredients such as pre-cooked meat, cheese, pasta and a bechamel sauce, which places it in NOVA group 3, and the only listed additive is citric acid (E330) used as an acidity regulator.

How does the salt and saturated fat content in this lasagna affect a hypertensive or heart-healthy diet?

With 0.9 g of salt and 3.4 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the lasagna delivers moderate sodium and a saturated-fat level that exceeds the average for pasta dishes, so individuals managing hypertension or cardiovascular risk should limit portion size or choose lower-fat alternatives.

Is the cheese blend in this product a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the lasagna contains a mixed cheese blend (mozzarella, cheddar, emmental) as well as milk, butter and cream in the bechamel, making it unsuitable for anyone allergic to dairy or who must avoid lactose.

Hacendado • 350 g

LASAGNA BOLONESA BOLONHESA HACENDADO

Composite Foods

Product Insights

LASAGNA BOLONESA BOLONHESA HACENDADO is a ready-to-heat, meat-based lasagna from the Hacendado brand sold at Mercadona, classified as a composite, one-dish meal. It carries a Nutri-Score of C (score 7) and falls in NOVA group 3, offering 7.4 g of protein and 39.7% fruit/vegetable content per 100 g, but it also contains moderate fat, saturated fat (3.4 g), and salt (0.9 g) and includes allergens such as egg, gluten (wheat), and dairy. The product's Eco-Score is E, reflecting a relatively high environmental impact, and the presence of additive citric acid (E330) along with a rich cheese blend makes it unsuitable for those avoiding dairy, gluten, or high saturated-fat foods.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal143 kcal

Fat6.1 g

Saturated Fat3.4 g

Carbohydrates14 g

Sugars3.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average prepared pasta dish, this lasagna offers slightly lower sugar (3.5 g vs 3.57 g) and much lower salt (0.9 g vs 3.55 g), but its saturated fat is higher (3.4 g vs 1.94 g) while providing a marginally higher protein level (7.4 g vs 7.16 g).

Ingredients

Salsa boloñesa (50 %: mezcla de carne de vacuno y porcino (35%*), tomate (35%*) (tomate y corrector de acidez [ácido citrico] agua, cebolla (4,7%*), almidón de arroz, aceite de oliva, azúcar, sal, ajo (ajo, sal, corrector de acidez [ácido citrico]), albahaca, oregano, pimienta negra y romero. Bechamel (31%): agua, leche, harina de trigo, mantequilla, sal, nuez moscada y pimienta blanca, Pasta (13%): sémola de trigo, huevo y agua, Mezcla de quesos (69%): mezcla de quesos: mozzarella, cheddar y emmental.

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