Common questions

Is Perdue FRESH GROUND TURKEY healthy?

Perdue FRESH GROUND TURKEY scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This ground turkey product is ultra-processed, which limits its score despite having a simple ingredient list.

How processed is Perdue FRESH GROUND TURKEY?

Perdue FRESH GROUND TURKEY is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Perdue FRESH GROUND TURKEY's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Ground Turkey counts in its favor; Natural Flavors 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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Perdue FRESH GROUND TURKEY

Name: Perdue FRESH GROUND TURKEY
Brand: Perdue

Perdue

Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 1

Owned by Perdue Farms

Category Meat and Seafood

Summary

This ground turkey product is ultra-processed, which limits its score despite having a simple ingredient list. The inclusion of 'natural flavors' raises concerns due to their highly processed nature and lack of transparency. While the product provides a good protein source, the processing level and use of flavor enhancers without nutritional benefits impact its overall rating.

Key ingredients 3

Ground Turkey

Good

A high-quality source of lean animal protein that supports muscle maintenance and overall nutrition.

Dry Vinegar

Neutral

Used as a natural preservative and for flavor enhancement with minimal health impact.

Natural Flavors

Bad

A catch-all term for proprietary flavor additives that often lack full transparency regarding their exact composition.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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