Why is Sardinillas en aceite de oliva, reducido en sal classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is actually rated NOVA 3, indicating moderate processing due to canning in olive oil, and it contains no additives; the ingredient list is limited to sardines and olive oil only.

Is the sardine in this product a concern for people with fish allergies?

Yes, sardines are a fish, so the product contains the fish allergen and should be avoided by anyone who is allergic to fish.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for strict diets like Vegan, Keto, Halal, or Gluten‑Free?

The product is not vegan because it contains fish, but it is keto‑friendly (low in carbs, high in protein and fat), generally acceptable for halal if the fish is permissible, and it is gluten‑free.

Hacendado • 2 x 90 g

Sardinillas en aceite de oliva, reducido en sal

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Sardinillas en aceite de oliva, reducido en sal are canned sardines packed in olive oil, belonging to the Fish Meat Eggs (Fish and seafood) food group. They carry a Nutri‑Score of C and are classified in NOVA group 3, reflecting moderate processing, with no added additives beyond the sardines and olive oil. Nutritionally, the portion provides high protein (≈19 g/100 g) and low sugar, while the saturated fat (≈4.8 g/100 g) and energy (≈319 kcal/100 g) are higher than average and the reduced‑salt formulation (0.7 g salt/100 g) is lower than typical canned fish.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal322 kcal

Fat27 g

Saturated Fat4.8 g

Carbohydrates0.6 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar seafood products, this sardine offering delivers roughly double the energy (≈319 kcal vs 149 kcal) and more than three times the saturated fat (4.8 g vs 1.3 g), while providing lower salt (0.7 g vs 5.3 g), no sugar, and slightly higher protein (19 g vs 18 g).

Ingredients

Sardina pilchardus Walbaum, aceite de oliva.

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