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Near East Couscous Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Paper Box

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Is Near East Couscous Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Paper Box healthy?

Near East Couscous Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Paper Box scores 45/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a below-average score in Scout's analysis. This product is ultra-processed, which limits its health score despite containing some beneficial ingredients like olive oil, garlic, and onions.

Does Near East Couscous Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Paper Box contain seed oils?

No — Scout's ingredient analysis marks Near East Couscous Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Paper Box as seed-oil free.

How processed is Near East Couscous Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Paper Box?

Near East Couscous Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Paper Box is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

How does Near East Couscous Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Paper Box compare to other rice & pasta?

Near East Couscous Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Paper Box ranks #54 of 65 rice & pasta in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Rummo Maxima 21 Rigatoni Pasta No 50 at 95/100.

Which ingredients drive Near East Couscous Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Paper Box's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Garlic, Parsley 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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Near East Couscous Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Paper Box

Near East
Seed oil free
45 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 6
Harmful ingredients 4
Owned by PepsiCo
Category Rice & Pasta
Summary

This product is ultra-processed, which limits its health score despite containing some beneficial ingredients like olive oil, garlic, and onions. The presence of highly processed components such as autolyzed yeast extract, soy protein isolate, and natural flavors contributes to a lower rating. Additionally, the use of flavor enhancers and preservatives indicates a higher level of processing, which impacts the overall healthiness of the product.

Key ingredients 8

Couscous
Neutral

Couscous is a staple grain that provides energy and some fiber, but it is generally neutral in health impact.

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Cereal
Neutral

Cereal ingredients contribute carbohydrates and some nutrients, with a neutral overall effect on health.

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Wheat
Neutral

Wheat is a common grain source providing energy, but its impact depends on individual tolerance and processing.

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Yeast
Neutral

Yeast is used for fermentation and flavor, generally neutral in health effects.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation; it is neutral in overall health impact.

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E306
Neutral

E306 is a natural antioxidant (tocopherols) used as a preservative, generally considered safe and neutral.

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Garlic
Good

Whole food with well-documented cardiovascular and immune benefits.

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Parsley
Good

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

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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