Mediterranean Style Orzo Pasta Salad

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Common questions

Is Mediterranean Style Orzo Pasta Salad healthy?

Mediterranean Style Orzo Pasta Salad scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This Mediterranean Style Orzo Pasta Salad contains beneficial ingredients like feta cheese, red onions, Kalamata olives, and sun-dried tomatoes, which contribute to its nutritional value with healthy fats and antioxidants.

How processed is Mediterranean Style Orzo Pasta Salad?

Mediterranean Style Orzo Pasta Salad is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Mediterranean Style Orzo Pasta Salad's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, crumbled feta cheese, diced red onion, Kalamata olives count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Mediterranean Style Orzo Pasta Salad

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Trader Joe's
Category Pasta
Summary

This Mediterranean Style Orzo Pasta Salad contains beneficial ingredients like feta cheese, red onions, Kalamata olives, and sun-dried tomatoes, which contribute to its nutritional value with healthy fats and antioxidants. However, the presence of a processed dressing and the overall processing level of the product limit its score. While the ingredients are relatively clean, the product's processed nature and the use of a dressing prevent it from achieving a higher rating.

Key ingredients 7

crumbled feta cheese
Good

Feta cheese adds flavor and calcium, contributing positively to the dish's nutritional profile.

diced red onion
Good

Red onions provide antioxidants and flavor, enhancing the salad's nutritional value.

Kalamata olives
Good

Kalamata olives are rich in healthy fats and antioxidants, adding beneficial nutrients to the dish.

sun dried tomatoes
Good

Sun dried tomatoes are high in vitamins and antioxidants, contributing to overall health benefits.

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basil pesto
Good

Basil pesto provides herbs and healthy fats, enhancing flavor and nutritional content.

orzo
Neutral

Orzo is a type of pasta that provides carbohydrates and energy, serving as a neutral base for the salad.

golden balsamic dressing
Neutral

Balsamic dressing adds flavor and moisture but is neutral in terms of nutritional benefits or risks.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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