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Oscar Mayer Natural Plate with Ham, Monterey Jack Cheese and Crackers

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Is Oscar Mayer Natural Plate with Ham, Monterey Jack Cheese and Crackers healthy?

Oscar Mayer Natural Plate with Ham, Monterey Jack Cheese and Crackers scores 8/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the lower scores in Scout's catalog. This product is heavily processed, containing refined flour and palm oil in the crackers, which are common in ultra-processed foods.

How processed is Oscar Mayer Natural Plate with Ham, Monterey Jack Cheese and Crackers?

Oscar Mayer Natural Plate with Ham, Monterey Jack Cheese and Crackers is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

How does Oscar Mayer Natural Plate with Ham, Monterey Jack Cheese and Crackers compare to other prepared?

Oscar Mayer Natural Plate with Ham, Monterey Jack Cheese and Crackers ranks #29 of 30 prepared in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Bubbie's Kosher Dill Pickle Chips at 88/100.

Which ingredients drive Oscar Mayer Natural Plate with Ham, Monterey Jack Cheese and Crackers's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Monterey Jack Cheese counts in its favor; Enriched Wheat Flour, Palm Oil, Canola Oil are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Oscar Mayer Natural Plate with Ham, Monterey Jack Cheese and Crackers

Oscar Mayer
8 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 4
Owned by Kraft Heinz
Category Prepared
Summary

This product is heavily processed, containing refined flour and palm oil in the crackers, which are common in ultra-processed foods. The presence of vegetable oils and multiple additives further contributes to its low nutritional value. Despite the inclusion of Monterey Jack cheese, which offers some beneficial nutrients, the overall ingredient quality and processing level significantly lower its health score.

Key ingredients 8

Canola Oil
Very Bad

A heavily processed seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, which may contribute to inflammation.

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Enriched Wheat Flour
Bad

Refined grain that lacks the fiber and nutrients of whole grains, leading to a higher glycemic impact.

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Palm Oil
Bad

A heavily processed tropical oil high in saturated fats and associated with environmental concerns.

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Sugar
Bad

Refined added sugar.

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Ham
Neutral

Provides protein, though processed with added preservatives and sugars like cultured dextrose and honey.

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Salt
Neutral

Used for flavor enhancement and preservation.

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Sunflower Lecithin
Neutral

Used as an emulsifier to help blend ingredients together smoothly.

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Monterey Jack Cheese
Good

A wholesome dairy source offering calcium, protein, and natural fats.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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