Great Value Penne

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Common questions

Is Great Value Penne healthy?

Great Value Penne scores 93/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product is made primarily from semolina, a high-quality durum wheat product that is minimally processed and retains its nutritional value.

How processed is Great Value Penne?

Great Value Penne is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Great Value Penne'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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Great Value Penne

Great Value
93 Excellent

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

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

This product is made primarily from semolina, a high-quality durum wheat product that is minimally processed and retains its nutritional value. The addition of essential vitamins and minerals like niacin and ferrous sulfate enhances its nutritional profile, making it a healthy choice. The product's simple ingredient list and minimal processing contribute to its high rating.

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
Neutral

Semolina is a minimally processed grain that provides energy and some dietary fiber, making it a staple ingredient in many foods.

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Ferrous sulfate (iron)
Neutral

Ferrous sulfate is a common iron supplement used to help support healthy blood and prevent deficiencies.

Thiamine mononitrate
Neutral

Thiamine mononitrate is a form of vitamin B1 that aids in energy production and overall metabolic health.

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Folic acid
Neutral

Folic acid is added to support cell growth and development, especially important during pregnancy.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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