Sprouted Tofu Extra Firm

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Common questions

Is Sprouted Tofu Extra Firm healthy?

Sprouted Tofu Extra Firm scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product is made from sprouted organic soybeans, which are a high-quality source of plant-based protein and enhance nutrient absorption.

How processed is Sprouted Tofu Extra Firm?

Sprouted Tofu Extra Firm is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Sprouted Tofu Extra Firm's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sprouted Organic Soybeans is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Sprouted Tofu Extra Firm

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85 Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Trader Joe's
Category Tofu
Summary

This product is made from sprouted organic soybeans, which are a high-quality source of plant-based protein and enhance nutrient absorption. The use of natural coagulants like magnesium chloride and calcium sulfate contributes to its nutritional value. Despite being processed, the clean ingredient list and absence of harmful additives support a high rating within its category.

Key ingredients 6

Filtered Water
Neutral

Filtered water is a basic component used to hydrate and process the ingredients, and it is generally considered safe and neutral in impact.

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Calcium Sulfate
Neutral

Calcium sulfate is used as a coagulant and is generally recognized as safe, contributing to the firmness of the tofu.

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Glucono Delta Lactone
Neutral

Glucono delta lactone is an acidifier and setting agent, commonly used in food processing with neutral safety implications.

Magnesium Chloride
Neutral

Magnesium chloride is used as a coagulant and is considered safe in food applications, helping to give tofu its texture.

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En:E575
Neutral

E575 is an additive used as an anti-caking agent or stabilizer, generally regarded as safe in food products.

Sprouted Organic Soybeans
Bad

Sprouted organic soybeans are the main source of protein but are marked as 'bad' due to potential concerns over soy allergies or processing effects.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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