
Product Insights
Seitán from Hacendado sold at Mercadona is a plant‑based meat analogue made from wheat gluten. With 24.1 g protein, 1.8 g fat, 0.4 g sugars and 0.58 g salt per 100 g, it earns a Nutri‑Score of A and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), offering a high‑protein low‑sugar profile but a moderate salt level. It belongs to the Cereals and potatoes group and carries the green‑dot environmental label, indicating a relatively sustainable product despite its processed nature.
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Nutritional Values
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Comparative Analysis
Compared with the average values for cereal‑based foods, this seitan contains far less sugar (0.4 g vs 9 g), less fat (1.8 g vs 6.94 g) and salt (0.58 g vs 2.96 g) while providing more than double the protein (24.1 g vs 9.76 g) per 100 g.
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