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Common questions

Is Plantains healthy?

Plantains scores 95/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Plantains are a whole food that is minimally processed, retaining their natural nutritional profile.

How processed is Plantains?

Plantains is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Plantains' score?

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

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Plantains

Del Monte
95 Excellent

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Del Monte Corporation
Category Vegetables
Summary

Plantains are a whole food that is minimally processed, retaining their natural nutritional profile. They are rich in complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and essential nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium. The lack of additives or harmful ingredients contributes to a high health rating.

Key ingredients 1

Plantains
Good

Plantains are a whole food rich in complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber. They provide essential nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium. Being minimally processed, they retain their natural nutritional profile.

Benefits

Plantains are a good source of dietary fiber, which supports digestive health. They also provide essential vitamins and minerals that contribute to overall well-being.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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