Beecher's Baked Ziti

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Common questions

Is Beecher's Baked Ziti healthy?

Beecher's Baked Ziti scores 73/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This baked ziti product contains beneficial ingredients such as tomatoes, tomato puree, and durum wheat semolina, which are minimally processed and provide essential nutrients like vitamins, antioxidants, and protein.

How processed is Beecher's Baked Ziti?

Beecher's Baked Ziti is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Beecher's Baked Ziti's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Tomatoes, Tomato Puree, Niacin 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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Beecher's Baked Ziti

Beecher's
73 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 6
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Pasta
Summary

This baked ziti product contains beneficial ingredients such as tomatoes, tomato puree, and durum wheat semolina, which are minimally processed and provide essential nutrients like vitamins, antioxidants, and protein. However, the presence of enriched pasta and citric acid indicates a moderate level of processing, which limits the overall score. The product is processed, and while it has some redeeming qualities, the processing level prevents it from achieving a higher rating.

Key ingredients 10

Tomatoes
Good

Tomatoes are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, supporting overall health and immune function.

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Tomato Puree
Good

Tomato puree provides concentrated nutrients and flavor, contributing to a nutritious meal.

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Niacin
Good

Niacin is a vital B-vitamin that supports energy metabolism and overall cellular health.

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Iron
Good

Iron is essential for oxygen transport in the blood and helps prevent deficiencies.

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Thiamin Mononitrate
Good

Thiamin mononitrate provides vitamin B1, supporting energy production and nervous system health.

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Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
Good

Part-skim mozzarella offers calcium and protein with less fat, contributing to bone health and muscle function.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Citric acid is commonly used as a preservative and flavor enhancer without significant health impact.

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Cooked Enriched Penne Rigate
Neutral

Enriched pasta is a source of carbohydrates and nutrients added during processing, providing energy.

Water
Neutral

Water is essential for hydration and is a fundamental component of many foods.

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Durum Wheat Semolina
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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