Why is Pimientos rellenos de bacalao ultracongelados classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines several processed ingredients such as added sugar, citric acid (E330) and calcium chloride (E509) as a firming agent, along with salt and processed seafood and dairy, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

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

With 5 g of sugar per 100 g, it can raise blood glucose levels, and its 0.9 g of salt (about 360 mg sodium) contributes significantly to daily sodium limits, making it less suitable for strict diabetic or hypertensive meal plans.

Is the shrimp in this product a concern for people with shellfish allergies?

Yes, the product contains shrimp (a crustacean) and lists it as an allergen, so individuals with shellfish allergies should avoid it.

Hacendado • 180 g

Pimientos rellenos de bacalao ultracongelados

Fruits And Vegetables

Product Insights

The product is an ultra‑frozen stuffed piquillo pepper filled with cod, whole milk, wheat flour and shrimp, placing it in the vegetable‑based food group despite containing seafood and dairy allergens. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and falls in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, with moderate fat (3 g), relatively high sugar (5 g) and salt (0.9 g) per 100 g, while providing 5.3 g protein and 45 % fruit‑vegetable‑legume content. Its Eco‑Score is A (78), but the presence of added sugars, calcium‑rich dairy and crustacean allergens may limit suitability for some diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal93 kcal

Fat3 g

Saturated Fat0.8 g

Carbohydrates10.4 g

Sugars5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical frozen vegetable products, this stuffed pepper contains more sugar, fat, saturated fat and salt and higher calories, while offering less fiber but more protein.

Ingredients

Pimientos del piquillo (43%) (pimiento del piquillo, azúcar, sal, acido citrico, endurecedor cloruro cálcico), LECHE entera, Bacalao (PESCADO) (20%). harina de Trigo (GLUTEN cebolla, tomate triturado, (tomate, sal y acidulante: ácido citrico), Gambas (CRUSTACEOS) (Gamba, agua, sal y acidulante: acido citrico, aceite de oliva, ajo, (ajo y aceite de girasol) y sal.

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