Chicken noodle salad
Processing
4
Ultra-processed
Group 4 of 4 on the NOVA scale
Additives listed
3
0 we grade moderate or higher
1 of them not yet assessed here
Nutrients
–
Nothing above the low band
Or no figures recorded at all
Three separate readings, kept apart on purpose. This is not a score, and none of it says this product is harmful.
Additives (3)
This label lists 2 thickeners and gelling agents and 1 preservative.
E202
Potassium sorbate
Preservative
What it is. The potassium salt of sorbic acid, which stops mould and yeast growth.
Why it is used. Used in cheese, baked goods, dried fruit, wine and dressings.
What the evidence says. Widely used and long regarded as one of the gentler preservatives. EFSA's 2015 re-evaluation lowered the acceptable daily intake and noted gaps in the genotoxicity data, asking for more work, while finding no evidence of harm at the levels actually used.
Permitted with maximum levels. EFSA has asked for further data rather than restricted it.
Assessed against EFSA. Full entry for E202
E415
Xanthan gum
Thickener and stabiliser
What it is. A fibre made by fermenting sugars with a bacterium, which thickens liquids at very low doses.
Why it is used. Thickens sauces and dressings and gives structure to gluten free baking.
What the evidence says. Passes through largely undigested and is treated as safe by regulators, with no numerical intake limit. Very large amounts act as fibre does, which is a digestive effect rather than a safety one.
Permitted freely.
Assessed against EFSA, JECFA. Full entry for E415
Also on the label, not assessed here yet
- E412 Guar gum thickener
Names and jobs come from the register of additives permitted in Great Britain, which we have not finished transcribing: a code shown without a name is a gap in our coverage, not a finding that it is unapproved. Naming one is not grading it either. Full detail appears only where we have an assessment against a named authority, so all of this describes our coverage rather than these additives. Most are common and low concern.
Ingredients
Dressed Cooked Free Range Egg Noodles (37%) [Water, Fortified Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin (B3), Thiamin (B1)], Rapeseed Oil, Pasteurised Free Range Whole Egg, Coriander, White Wine Vinegar, Salt, Turmeric], Marinated Cooked Sliced Chicken Breast (16%) [Chicken Breast (87%), Water, Salt, Rapeseed Oil, Tomato Purée, Red Chillies, Sugar, Garlic Purée, Sweet Paprika, Lime Juice, Coriander, Coriander Powder, Cornflour, Parsley, Spirit Vinegar], Green Multileaf Lettuce, Sweet Chilli and Mango Dressing Sachet (13%) [Water, Sugar, Rice Wine Vinegar, Red Chillies, Mango Purée, Cornflour, Garlic Purée, Coriander, Salt, Mint, Spirit Vinegar, Stabilisers (Xanthan Gum, Guar Gum), Preservative (Potassium Sorbate)], Red Peppers, Carrots, Red Cabbage, Edamame Soya Beans. Allergy Advice! for allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. NO ARTIFICIAL COLOURS, FLAVOURS OR HYDROGENATED FAT. WARNING Extra care has been taken to remove bones, although some may remain. STORAGE Keep refrigerated. Once opened, keep refrigerated and consume within 24 hours. Do not exceed the Use By date. Source of protein. Protein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass and maintenance of normal bones. It is important to eat a varied and balanced diet as part of a healthy lifestyle. For help with making the healthiest choices, visit asda.com/livebetter CLEAN C e TRAY FILM & SACHET Don't Recycle Recycle 80701V1/80753 NUTRITION We suggest this product provides 1 serving Typical Values Energy kJ Energy kcal Fat
As printed on the pack, in the producer's own order: ingredients are listed by weight, so what comes first is most of what is in it. E numbers link to their assessment where we have one.