Is Cannelloni Au Boeuf Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Intermarche
Cannelloni Au Boeuf is one of the ready meal products analyzed by Zerotox for Intermarche. The product scores 70/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Modified Starch, Powdered Egg affect the overall evaluation.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified starch and powdered egg, which raise quality concerns. However, the presence of beef and tomatoes indicates some natural content.
Main concern
Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality and naturalness.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains beef (14%) sourced from France, indicating a level of quality in meat sourcing.
- Includes tomatoes (20%) which provide natural flavor and some nutritional benefits.
- Olive oil (0.4%) is a healthier fat choice compared to many alternatives.
- Presence of aromatic herbs enhances flavor without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality and naturalness.
- Powdered egg is a processed form of egg, which may not provide the same quality as fresh ingredients.
- Contains several additives like yeast extract, which may not be necessary for flavor enhancement.
- Potential allergens include fish, soy, and mustard, which may limit consumer options.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this ready meal.
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Is Water safe in this ready meal?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a base for the dish, contributing to moisture and texture without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Eau
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Is Peeled Crushed Tomatoes In Juice safe in this ready meal?
Good
Peeled Crushed Tomatoes In Juice is used here as flavor. Peeled crushed tomatoes (20%) provide natural flavor and some nutritional benefits, enhancing the dish's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: tomates pelées concassées au jus (tomates pelées concassées, jus de tomate)
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Is Beef safe in this ready meal?
Good
Beef is used here as flavor. Beef (14%) sourced from France adds protein and flavor, indicating a commitment to quality meat sourcing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: viande bovine (origine : France)
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Is Durum Wheat Semolina safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Durum Wheat Semolina is used here as base. Durum wheat semolina is a common pasta ingredient, providing structure but may raise concerns about gluten content.
Role in formula: base
Original: semoule de blé dur
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Is Onions safe in this ready meal?
Good
Onions is used here as flavor. Onions (11%) contribute flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste profile of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: oignons
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Is Tomato Paste safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Tomato Paste is used here as flavor. Tomato paste (4.5%) intensifies the tomato flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: triple concentré de tomate
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Is Cheese safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Cheese is used here as flavor. Cheese (4%) adds creaminess and flavor but may contain additives that could affect quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fromage (dont lait)
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Is Modified Starch safe in this ready meal?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed thickening agent that raises concerns about the naturalness of the product.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon modifié
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Is Carrot Puree safe in this ready meal?
Good
Carrot Puree is used here as flavor. Carrot puree (2.6%) adds natural sweetness and color, enhancing the dish's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: purée de carottes
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Is Mushrooms safe in this ready meal?
Good
Mushrooms is used here as flavor. Mushrooms (1.7%) provide umami flavor and contribute to the overall taste without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: champignons
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Is Carrots safe in this ready meal?
Good
Carrots is used here as flavor. Carrots (1.2%) add sweetness and color, enhancing the dish's nutritional value.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: carottes
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Is Aromatic Plants safe in this ready meal?
Good
Aromatic Plants is used here as flavor. Aromatic plants (1%) enhance flavor naturally, contributing positively to the dish's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: plantes aromatiques
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Is Salt safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor but should be consumed in moderation; its presence is common in prepared meals.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Starch safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is used as a thickening agent, which may raise concerns about the naturalness of the product.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon
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Is Extra Virgin Olive Oil safe in this ready meal?
Good
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used here as flavor. Extra virgin olive oil (0.4%) is a healthier fat choice, contributing to flavor and quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: huile d'olive vierge extra
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Is Garlic safe in this ready meal?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic adds flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste profile without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ail
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract is used for flavor enhancement but may raise concerns about the necessity of such additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrait de levures
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Is Powdered Egg safe in this ready meal?
Bad
Powdered Egg is used here as emulsifier. Powdered egg is a processed ingredient that may not provide the same quality as fresh eggs, raising concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: oeuf en poudre
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Is Spices safe in this ready meal?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices enhance flavor naturally, contributing positively to the dish's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: épices
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3628536
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Allergens detected: fish , soy , mustard
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