Why is Nachos padrísimos classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is made from refined corn, palm olein and a flavored seasoning that includes several industrial ingredients, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. It contains five listed additives: monosodium glutamate (E621), potassium chloride (E508), disodium 5′‑ribonucleotides (E635), citric acid (E330) and malic acid (E296).

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 1.6 g of sugar per 100 g, the snack adds minimal glucose load, making it less risky for blood‑sugar spikes than sweeter snacks. However, it provides 1 g of salt per 100 g, which can contribute to higher sodium intake and may be unsuitable for people who need to strictly limit salt, such as those with hypertension.

Is the milk‑derived aroma in this snack a concern for people with dairy allergies?

The ingredient list includes an aroma that contains milk, which is flagged as an allergen. Individuals with a dairy allergy should avoid the product because even trace amounts of milk proteins can trigger reactions.

Hacendado • 150g

Nachos padrísimos

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Nachos padrísimos are corn-based fried snack chips flavored with guacamole, marketed by Hacendado and sold at Mercadona, packaged in a green dot label and certified gluten‑free. Per 100 g they contain 23 g fat (including 11 g saturated), 1 g salt, 1.6 g sugars, 4.8 g fiber and 498 kcal, resulting in a Nutri‑Score of D and a NOVA classification of 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product. The snack provides a decent amount of fiber and protein for a salty snack, but its high saturated fat, moderate salt and the presence of five additives, including monosodium glutamate and a milk‑derived aroma, may be concerns for health‑conscious consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal498 kcal

Fat23 g

Saturated Fat11 g

Carbohydrates64 g

Sugars1.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Its sugar (1.6 g) is well below the category average of 3.84 g, fat (23 g) is close to the average 23.61 g, saturated fat (11 g) is more than double the typical 5.11 g, and salt (1 g) is far lower than the listed average of 52.44 g.

Ingredients

Maíz 70%, oleína de palma 23%, aroma con sabor a guacamole (harina de arroz, sal, especias, azúcar, potenciadores de sabor (glutamato monosódico, cloruro potásico, 5'ribonucléotidos disódicos), cebolla deshidratada, aroma (_leche_), acidulantes (ácido cítrico, ácido málico), ajo deshidratado, colorante (complejo de cobre de clorofilas y clorofilinas), almidón),

84%

35%

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