Smoked Chicken Sausage - Apple Gouda

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Is Smoked Chicken Sausage - Apple Gouda healthy?

Smoked Chicken Sausage - Apple Gouda scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This smoked chicken sausage contains high-quality ingredients such as chicken, Gouda cheese, and apples, which provide essential nutrients and beneficial compounds.

How processed is Smoked Chicken Sausage - Apple Gouda?

Smoked Chicken Sausage - Apple Gouda is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Smoked Chicken Sausage - Apple Gouda's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Chicken, Gouda Cheese (Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Cheese Culture, Enzyme), Apple count in its favor; Sugar 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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Smoked Chicken Sausage - Apple Gouda

H-E-B Natural
75 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by H-E-B
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This smoked chicken sausage contains high-quality ingredients such as chicken, Gouda cheese, and apples, which provide essential nutrients and beneficial compounds. However, the presence of added sugar and the processed nature of the product limit its health benefits. While the ingredient list is relatively clean, the processing level prevents it from achieving a higher score.

Key ingredients 7

Chicken
Good

Chicken is a high-quality source of lean protein, supporting muscle health and overall nutrition.

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Gouda Cheese (Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Cheese Culture, Enzyme)
Good

Gouda cheese provides calcium and protein, contributing to bone health and muscle maintenance.

Apple
Good

Apple adds natural sweetness and fiber, supporting digestive health and providing antioxidants.

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Vinegar
Good

Vinegar enhances flavor and may aid in digestion without adding harmful substances.

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Sea Salt
Good

Sea salt provides essential minerals and enhances flavor without artificial additives.

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Apple Juice
Neutral

Apple juice adds sweetness and moisture but is less nutrient-dense compared to whole fruit.

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Sugar
Bad

Sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to excess calorie intake and negatively impact blood sugar levels.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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