CORN TORTILLAS

Common questions

Is CORN TORTILLAS healthy?

CORN TORTILLAS scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. These corn tortillas are made primarily from whole white corn, which is a minimally processed ingredient that retains its natural nutrients, providing dietary fiber and essential vitamins.

How processed is CORN TORTILLAS?

CORN TORTILLAS is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive CORN TORTILLAS' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, lime counts in its favor; calcium propionate 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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CORN TORTILLAS

La Primera
Bioengineered
80 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by La Primera Tortilla Factory
Category Tortillas and Wraps
Summary

These corn tortillas are made primarily from whole white corn, which is a minimally processed ingredient that retains its natural nutrients, providing dietary fiber and essential vitamins. The presence of calcium propionate as a preservative is a minor concern, but overall, the product maintains a high level of nutritional integrity with minimal processing.

Key ingredients 4

lime
Good

Lime is used to aid in nixtamalization, enhancing flavor and nutritional availability, making it a beneficial additive.

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Specially ground and dehydrated whole white corn
Neutral

This ingredient is minimally processed and retains most of its natural nutrients, making it a wholesome base for the tortillas.

water
Neutral

Water is essential for the dough preparation and is a natural, neutral component in the product.

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calcium propionate
Bad

Calcium propionate is used as a preservative, but some consumers prefer to avoid artificial preservatives in their foods.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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