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Is basmati rice healthy?

basmati rice scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains organic basmati rice and spices, which are beneficial ingredients contributing to its nutritional value.

How processed is basmati rice?

basmati rice is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive basmati rice's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic Refined Sunflower Oil 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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basmati rice

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65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Kroger
Category Rice
Summary

This product contains organic basmati rice and spices, which are beneficial ingredients contributing to its nutritional value. However, the inclusion of refined sunflower oil, a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, detracts from its health profile due to potential inflammatory effects. The processing level also limits the score, as it is not a minimally processed food.

Key ingredients 5

Water
Neutral

Essential for hydration and used as a basic cooking medium.

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Organic Basmati Rice
Neutral

A traditional grain providing carbohydrates for energy, grown without synthetic pesticides.

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Organic Clove
Neutral

A natural aromatic spice used to add flavor.

Organic Green Cardamom
Neutral

A natural spice used for flavoring and culinary aroma.

Organic Refined Sunflower Oil
Very Bad

A seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids that undergoes heavy refining processes.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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