Minestrone soup

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Is Minestrone soup healthy?

Minestrone soup scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This minestrone soup contains a variety of beneficial ingredients such as tomatoes, carrots, and red peppers, which are rich in vitamins and antioxidants.

How processed is Minestrone soup?

Minestrone soup is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Minestrone soup's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Tomato, Carrot, Onion count in its favor; Yeast Extract 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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Minestrone soup

Aldi
60 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 11
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Aldi
Category Canned Foods
Summary

This minestrone soup contains a variety of beneficial ingredients such as tomatoes, carrots, and red peppers, which are rich in vitamins and antioxidants. However, the presence of unspecified flavoring raises concerns due to potential artificial additives and lack of transparency. Additionally, the soup is classified as ultra-processed, which limits its overall health rating despite the presence of nutritious vegetables.

Key ingredients 18

Tomato
Good

Rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that supports heart health and cellular protection.

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Carrot
Good

Provides beta-carotene, which is converted to vitamin A to support vision and immune function.

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Onion
Good

Contains beneficial antioxidants and prebiotic fibers that support gut health.

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Peas
Good

Good source of plant-based protein, dietary fiber, and various vitamins and minerals.

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Swede
Good

Nutrient-dense root vegetable providing dietary fiber and vitamin C.

Red Pepper
Good

High in vitamin C and antioxidants that support immune health.

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Potato
Good

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

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Haricot Beans
Good

Excellent source of plant protein, dietary fiber, and steady-releasing carbohydrates.

Leek
Good

Member of the allium family containing beneficial plant compounds and fiber.

Herbs
Good

Provide aromatic compounds and small amounts of beneficial antioxidants.

Black Pepper
Good

Contains piperine, which adds flavor and may assist with nutrient absorption.

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Water
Neutral

Essential for hydration and serves as the primary base for the soup.

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Pasta Noodles
Neutral

Provides carbohydrates for energy, though made from refined wheat semolina.

Cornflour
Neutral

Used as a natural thickener derived from corn.

Modified Cornflour
Neutral

Processed starch used to improve texture and stability in canned foods.

Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for flavor enhancement and preservation.

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Flavouring
Neutral

Added to enhance the savory taste profile of the soup.

Yeast Extract
Bad

Concentrated glutamate source — MSG-adjacent flavor enhancer.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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