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SMALL SHELLS PASTA

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Is SMALL SHELLS PASTA healthy?

SMALL SHELLS PASTA scores 90/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This pasta is made primarily from semolina wheat and is minimally processed, which contributes to its high score.

How processed is SMALL SHELLS PASTA?

SMALL SHELLS PASTA is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive SMALL SHELLS PASTA's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Niacin, Riboflavin count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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SMALL SHELLS PASTA

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90 Excellent

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Walmart
Category Pasta
Summary

This pasta is made primarily from semolina wheat and is minimally processed, which contributes to its high score. The ingredient list is short and free from harmful additives, artificial colors, or preservatives, making it a clean and simple product. The inclusion of essential vitamins and minerals like niacin and iron further enhances its nutritional profile.

Key ingredients 6

Niacin
Good

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

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Riboflavin
Good

Essential B vitamin — beneficial micronutrient.

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Semolina (Wheat)
Neutral

Semolina is a basic wheat product that provides carbohydrates and energy, with minimal processing involved.

Ferroous Sulfate (Iron)
Neutral

Ferroous sulfate is an iron supplement used to fortify the pasta, helping to support iron intake.

Thiamine Mononitrate
Neutral

Thiamine mononitrate is a vitamin B1 supplement added to support nutritional value without affecting taste.

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Folic Acid
Neutral

Folic acid is added to support healthy cell growth and development, maintaining a neutral sentiment.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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