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

The sauce is made from refined oil, concentrated tomato paste, multiple flavorings and thickeners, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category; its label lists the antioxidant E385 and the thickening agent E415 (xanthan gum) among other processed ingredients.

How does the sugar and salt content in Salsa Burger affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 6.4 g of sugars per 100 g, the sauce contributes moderate carbohydrates that must be counted in a diabetic meal plan, while its 1.4 g of salt is lower than the average for sauces and generally acceptable for most hypertensive diets when used sparingly.

Is the mustard in Salsa Burger a concern for people with mustard allergy?

Yes, mustard is listed as an ingredient and is highlighted as an allergen, so anyone with a mustard sensitivity should avoid this sauce.

Unilever • 260 g

Salsa Burger

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Salsa Burger is a ready‑to‑use burger sauce marketed by Unilever under the Punto Verde line. It belongs to the "Fat and sauces" and "Dressings and sauces" PNNS groups, carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4); per 100 g it provides 252 kcal, 22 g fat (including 3.4 g saturated), 6.4 g sugars and 1.4 g salt, making it high in fat and calories but relatively low in sugar and salt. The sauce contains egg yolk, anchovies, mustard and wheat‑derived ingredients, so it is not suitable for vegans or those avoiding fish, eggs or mustard, and it includes additives E385 and E415.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal252 kcal

Fat22 g

Saturated Fat3.4 g

Carbohydrates12 g

Sugars6.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sauce, Salsa Burger contains considerably more fat (22 g vs 12 g), more saturated fat (3.4 g vs 2.14 g) and higher calories (252 kcal vs 183 kcal), while its sugar (6.4 g) and salt (1.4 g) are below typical values.

Ingredients

water, semi-concentrated tomato soi seed oil (18%), alcohol vinegar, sugar, mustard (water, mustard seeds acetod'alcohol, salt, spices, flavorings), modified starch dimais, worcestershire sauce (water, glucose syrup, malt vinegar (barley), sugar, salt, flavorings, onion extract, anchovies, olive oil wine vinegar, lemon juice concentrate, spices, herbs, sunflower oil, garlic powder), egg yolk, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, flavorings, thickeners: 1 gum from sustainable agriculture store in a cool place, once opened the package store xanthan, antioxidants: e385, dyes: carotenes, consume preferably within a month, dy unilever mkt ope via paolo 00142 ro www,cal umers vert unilever 8 712100,quot,403750 consumers 800-300 mon-fri 67539368

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