At a glance
Summary
This cheese tortellini is a processed food with a relatively clean ingredient list, featuring wheat flour, eggs, and natural colorant beta-carotene. The use of ricotta and parmesan cheeses in the filling adds nutritional value, providing protein and essential nutrients. However, the product's processing level and the presence of refined wheat flour limit its score, despite the absence of harmful additives or seed oils.
Key ingredients 8
EggsGood
Whole eggs provide high-quality protein and essential nutrients like vitamins and healthy fats.
See more about Eggs →Beta-CaroteneGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Beta-Carotene →Ricotta CheeseGood
A wholesome dairy ingredient providing quality protein and calcium for the filling.
WaterNeutral
Essential liquid used to hydrate the dough and aid in the mixing process.
See more about Water →WheyNeutral
Liquid whey as a minor dairy ingredient — benign.
See more about Whey →VinegarNeutral
Used in small amounts for balancing flavor and natural preservation of the ricotta.
See more about Vinegar →SaltNeutral
Standard culinary salt added to season the filling and enhance overall taste.
See more about Salt →Wheat FlourBad
Refined grain flour stripped of bran and germ.
See more about Wheat Flour →Processing
Processed Foods
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