For a summer picnic, choose organic noodles to suit the salad you’re planning and your guests’ dietary needs. Wheat noodles aren’t suitable if gluten needs to be avoided, while with rice noodles you’ll need to check the pack for a ‘gluten-free’ claim. Check the organic certification and allergen information too. If your salad contains ingredients that need to be kept chilled, Anses recommends maintaining the cold chain during transport.
You’re looking for organic noodles to cook before you leave and serve cold. Auchan describes JOM BAO noodles as suitable for enjoying in a summer salad, for example. If you add ingredients that need to be kept chilled, make sure they’re transported in the cold, as Anses advises.
You’ll need to check the exact pack for a ‘gluten-free’ claim and allergen information. Organic certification or rice in the recipe alone isn’t enough to confirm that the noodles meet this requirement.
You’d like to prepare several portions and need a pack size that suits your recipe. Carrefour lists Alpina organic noodles in a 500 g pack, for example; they’re made with wheat.
For an organic noodle salad to take out, first check the label and your guests’ needs, then choose the recipe and pack size to suit how you plan to prepare it.
| What to consider | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Organic certification | Look for the Euro-leaf logo and certification details on the packaging. Agence BIO states that this logo confirms compliance with EU organic production regulations. | I want to identify certified noodles rather than rely on a recipe that simply looks natural; around 36% of consumers are said to prioritise this. |
| Gluten and allergens | If needed, look for a ‘gluten-free’ claim, then check the ingredients, allergens and any ‘may contain’ information for the exact product. | A guest needs to avoid gluten or an allergen, so I need to choose a recipe that suits their meal; around 29% of consumers are said to prioritise this. |
| Preparation and transport | Check the cooking instructions. If your salad includes ingredients that need to be kept chilled, use an insulated bag or cool box, in line with Anses advice. | I’m preparing the salad before setting off and need to transport its toppings safely; around 21% of consumers are said to prioritise this. |
| Pack size | Compare the stated weight with the amount you need for your recipe. Carrefour lists a 500 g pack of Alpina organic noodles, for example. | I’m looking for a pack that’s right for several guests without making too many noodles; this is said to be the main consideration for around 14% of consumers. |
The Jardin Bio Étic and Suzi Wan organic egg noodles listed by Carrefour contain wheat. Their organic certification therefore doesn’t make them suitable for anyone who needs to avoid gluten.
If gluten needs to be avoided, check the pack for a relevant claim and read the allergen and ‘may contain’ information.
How you should store your salad depends in part on the ingredients you add to the noodles. Anses recommends limiting the time that perishable foods spend at room temperature.
Transport ingredients that need to be kept chilled in a cool box or insulated bag, and follow their storage instructions.
A product listed by one retailer can help you compare ingredients, but it doesn’t guarantee that the same pack will be available at the shop where you do your shopping.
Before planning your salad, check local availability and read the label of the version you intend to buy.
Carrefour lists 250 g packs of organic Chinese egg noodles, intended for dishes such as stir-fries and broths.
Auchan describes its 250 g pack of organic Wok Express noodles as suitable for summer salads.
Carrefour lists 220 g packs of organic rice noodles for recipes such as pad Thai or soup.
Carrefour lists 500 g packs of organic Savoie-style noodles, a size to consider if you’re preparing several portions.
Carrefour lists 250 g packs of organic Asian egg noodles for stir-fries or soup.
These organic wheat-based udon noodles are worth considering if you plan to cook them before your picnic. Check that they’re suitable for serving cold in the recipe you have in mind.
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If you’re considering these udon noodles for a salad to take out, check that they’re suitable for serving cold. Joybuy’s product information gives a cooking time of 10 minutes; these noodles contain wheat. Check the pack for the organic certification details that apply to the product you buy.
Look for the European Euro-leaf logo and certification details on the label. According to Agence BIO, this logo confirms compliance with EU organic production regulations. You should also read the ingredients to choose the recipe you want.
No. The Jardin Bio Étic and Suzi Wan organic egg noodles listed by Carrefour contain wheat. If you need to avoid gluten, look for a ‘gluten-free’ claim on the exact product and check its allergen and ‘may contain’ information.
You can prepare it in advance, as long as you follow the storage instructions for its ingredients. For ingredients that need to be kept chilled, Anses recommends maintaining the cold chain during transport and limiting the time they spend at room temperature.
Before cooking, follow the storage instructions on the pack. For example, Auchan recommends keeping JOM BAO noodles in a dry, cool place away from light. Once you’ve made the salad, any perishable ingredients may need to be kept chilled during transport, in line with Anses advice.