Goya Chick Peas

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Common questions

Is Goya Chick Peas healthy?

Goya Chick Peas scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. The product contains organic chick peas, which are a nutritious source of protein and fiber, and are minimally processed.

How processed is Goya Chick Peas?

Goya Chick Peas is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Goya Chick Peas' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic Chick Peas, Sea Salt count in its favor; Disodium EDTA 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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Goya Chick Peas

Goya
65 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$10.88 · 15.5 oz · pack of 8 · $0.09 / ounce
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Legumes
Summary

The product contains organic chick peas, which are a nutritious source of protein and fiber, and are minimally processed. However, the presence of disodium EDTA, a synthetic preservative, introduces a level of processing that affects the overall healthiness of the product. While the chick peas themselves are beneficial, the use of this additive limits the score due to potential health concerns associated with synthetic preservatives.

Key ingredients 4

Organic Chick Peas
Good

Organic chick peas are a nutritious source of plant-based protein and fiber, making them a healthy addition to your diet.

Sea Salt
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Water
Neutral

Water is essential for hydration and has no adverse effects, serving as a neutral ingredient in this product.

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Disodium EDTA
Bad

Disodium EDTA is a preservative that may cause concerns for some consumers due to potential chemical exposure, hence its negative sentiment.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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