Why is Gnocchi pollo y verduras classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is considered ultra‑processed because it combines refined wheat semolina, dextrose, added starches, and salt with industrial cooking and freezing steps, which are typical of NOVA 4 foods; the product lists no separate additives, but the added dextrose, starch and salt contribute to its ultra‑processed classification.

How does the salt content of this meal impact people with high blood pressure?

The meal contains 0.91 g of salt per 100 g, which translates to roughly 2.3 g of sodium in a typical 250 g serving, about 40 % of the recommended daily limit, so individuals with hypertension should monitor portion sizes and consider lower‑salt options to keep total sodium intake within safe limits.

Is the wheat semolina used in the gnocchi a problem for those with gluten sensitivity?

Yes. Wheat semolina contains gluten, so the gnocchi is not gluten‑free and should be avoided by anyone with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

Hacendado • 600 g

Gnocchi pollo y verduras

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Gnocchi pollo y verduras is a frozen, ready‑to‑heat chicken and vegetable gnocchi meal marketed by Hacendado and sold in Mercadona stores. Classified as a Composite foods / One‑dish meals product, it carries a Nutri‑Score of C (score 3) and falls into NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature. While it provides a modest 6.3 g of protein per 100 g and low sugars, it also contains moderate salt, gluten from durum wheat semolina, and milk from hard cheese, which may be unsuitable for gluten‑free or dairy‑sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal144 kcal

Fat4.4 g

Saturated Fat0.8 g

Carbohydrates20 g

Sugars1.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average frozen ready‑meal, this gnocchi dish contains about half the sugar (1.6 g vs 3.6 g) and one‑quarter the salt (0.9 g vs 3.5 g) per 100 g, while delivering slightly less protein (6.3 g vs 7.2 g).

Ingredients

Ñoquis de patata (50%) (sémola de trigo duro, patata, agua, sal), calabacín (15%),filete de pollo cocido tratado en salazón (filete de pollo, agua, dextrosa, almidón, sal), agua, pimiento rojo (5%), puré de tomate (3%), aceite de girasol, aceite de oliva virgen extra, cebolla, tomate (0,7%), queso de pasta dura (contiene leche), concentrado de tomates (0,6%), albahaca, sal, ajo, mezcla plantas aromáticas y verduras (plantas aromáticas (romero, albahaca, orégano, perejil, tomillo, lavanda), sal, vegetales deshidratados (ajo, tomate), pimienta), fibras de cítrico, tomillo, pimienta blanca

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