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Is Market Basket Small Shells healthy?

Market Basket Small Shells scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains simple ingredients with coconut oil as a healthy fat source, which is beneficial due to its medium-chain triglycerides.

How processed is Market Basket Small Shells?

Market Basket Small Shells is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Market Basket Small Shells' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Coconut Oil, Lime count in its favor; Ground Corn 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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Market Basket Small Shells

Market Basket
Bioengineered
70 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Demoulas Super Markets, Inc.
Category Pasta
Summary

This product contains simple ingredients with coconut oil as a healthy fat source, which is beneficial due to its medium-chain triglycerides. The processing level is moderate, but the absence of harmful additives and seed oils contributes positively to its rating. The use of ground corn and minimal additives supports a clean label, enhancing its overall health profile.

Key ingredients 4

Coconut Oil
Good

Coconut oil is a natural fat source that can provide energy and has a pleasant flavor, making it a beneficial ingredient in moderation.

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Lime
Good

Lime adds a fresh, tangy flavor and is a good source of vitamin C, supporting overall flavor and nutritional profile.

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Salt
Neutral

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

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Ground Corn
Bad

Ground corn is often processed and may contain additives, which can reduce its nutritional value and introduce unwanted substances.

Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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