Is Quiche Lorraine Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Garant
Garant's Quiche Lorraine is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Emulsifier E471, Baking Powder E450 E500.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes emmental cheese and bacon, with preservatives like sodium nitrite (E250) and sodium nitrate (E252). These additives raise concerns about synthetic ingredients and processing levels.
Main concern
Sodium nitrite (E250) and sodium nitrate (E252) are synthetic preservatives that raise safety concerns.
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 emmental cheese, providing a source of calcium and flavor.
- Includes eggs and milk, contributing to protein content and richness.
Concerns
- Sodium nitrite (E250) and sodium nitrate (E252) are synthetic preservatives that raise safety concerns.
- Presence of artificial flavoring and emulsifiers indicates a processed composition.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Emmental Cheese safe in this food?
Good
Emmental Cheese is used here as base. Emmental cheese is a dairy product that adds flavor and calcium to the quiche. Its quality is generally high, but it is processed.
Role in formula: base
Original: emmentalerost (med mikrobiellt ystenzym)
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Is Bacon safe in this food?
Medium
Bacon is used here as base. Bacon provides flavor and protein but is high in sodium and contains preservatives, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: bacon (griskött, salt, konserveringsmedel (E 250, E 252), antioxidationsmedel (E 301), rökarom)
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Is Milk safe in this food?
Good
Milk is used here as base. Milk is a natural source of calcium and protein, contributing to the nutritional profile of the quiche.
Role in formula: base
Original: mjölk
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Is Egg safe in this food?
Good
Egg is used here as base. Eggs are a natural source of protein and contribute to the texture and richness of the quiche.
Role in formula: base
Original: ägg*
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Is Cream safe in this food?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the quiche.
Role in formula: base
Original: grädde
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Is Rice Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Rice Starch is used here as thickener. Rice starch is used as a thickening agent, providing texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: risstärkelse
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation due to potential health risks.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is White Pepper safe in this food?
Good
White Pepper is used here as flavor. White pepper adds a mild spice to the quiche, enhancing its flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: vitpeppar
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Is Nutmeg safe in this food?
Good
Nutmeg is used here as flavor. Nutmeg is a natural spice that adds warmth and depth to the flavor of the quiche.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: muskot
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient in pastry, providing structure but is refined and processed.
Role in formula: base
Original: vetemjöl
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is essential for dough formation, contributing to the texture of the pastry.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: vatten
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Is Butter safe in this food?
Good
Butter is used here as base. Butter adds richness and flavor to the pastry, enhancing the overall taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: smör
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Is Vegetable Oils safe in this food?
Medium
Vegetable Oils is used here as fat. Vegetable oils provide moisture and texture but can be highly processed.
Role in formula: fat
Original: vegetabiliska oljor (kokos, solros)
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Is Emulsifier E471 safe in this food?
Bad
Emulsifier E471 is used here as emulsifier. E471 is a synthetic emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but raises concerns about processed additives.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgeringsmedel (E471)
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Is Baking Powder E450 E500 safe in this food?
Bad
Baking Powder E450 E500 is used here as leavening agent. Baking powder is a leavening agent that can contain synthetic additives, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: bakpulver (E450, E500)
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: 4059521
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , wheat
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