Fettuccine

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Common questions

Is Fettuccine healthy?

Fettuccine scores 73/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This fettuccine is made with high-quality ingredients like durum wheat semolina and eggs, which contribute to its nutritional value and texture.

How processed is Fettuccine?

Fettuccine is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Fettuccine's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Eggs, Beta Carotene Color count in its favor; Wheat Flour 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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Fettuccine

Buitoni
73 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Tuscan Brands
Category Pasta
Summary

This fettuccine is made with high-quality ingredients like durum wheat semolina and eggs, which contribute to its nutritional value and texture. The presence of beta carotene as a natural colorant is a minor additive but does not significantly detract from the overall quality. While it is a processed food, the ingredient list is relatively clean, allowing it to score well within its category.

Key ingredients 6

Eggs
Good

Eggs are a good source of high-quality protein and nutrients, enhancing the nutritional value of the pasta.

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Beta Carotene Color
Good

Beta carotene adds natural color to the pasta and is a source of vitamin A precursors, contributing to visual appeal and nutritional value.

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Durum Wheat Semolina
Neutral

Semolina is a type of wheat that adds firmness and texture to the pasta, contributing to its nutritional profile without strong positive or negative effects.

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Water
Neutral

Water is the base of the formulation — inert.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Wheat Flour
Bad

Refined grain flour stripped of bran and germ.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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