Tortilla de mais

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Common questions

Is Tortilla de mais healthy?

Tortilla de mais scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This tortilla product is made with masa harina, lard, and sea salt, which are relatively clean ingredients.

How processed is Tortilla de mais?

Tortilla de mais is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Tortilla de mais' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Kosher salt, Sea salt count in its favor; Lard 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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Tortilla de mais

Bioengineered
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Tortillas and Wraps
Summary

This tortilla product is made with masa harina, lard, and sea salt, which are relatively clean ingredients. Lard is a traditional fat that provides beneficial fatty acids, and sea salt offers trace minerals. However, the presence of baking powder and the processing level limit its score, as it is not minimally processed.

Key ingredients 6

Kosher salt
Good

Kosher salt is a natural salt option that enhances flavor without added chemicals, contributing positively to taste.

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Sea salt
Good

Sea salt is a natural mineral-rich salt that can provide essential trace minerals and enhances flavor.

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Masa harina
Neutral

Masa harina is a traditional ingredient made from ground corn, providing a gluten-free base for the tortilla. It is generally neutral in health impact.

Warm water
Neutral

Warm water is a basic ingredient used for dough preparation, with no significant health impact.

Baking powder
Neutral

Baking powder is a common leavening agent used to improve texture, with no notable health concerns when used in moderation.

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Lard
Bad

Lard is high in saturated fats, which can contribute to increased cholesterol levels when consumed in excess.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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