Chicken Pad Thai

poultry-meals

Why this score

• Processed (NOVA 3)Processed food per the NOVA classification — −0.5.
• Medium sugar, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: medium sugar, salt (−0.4).

Ingredients (24)

• 10Rice noodlesMinimally processed grain product, gluten-free, lacks fiber
• 10WaterEssential, natural, no processing required
• 9Chicken (white meat)Whole food, lean protein, minimally processed
• 6Potato starchProcessed but widely used starch base for snacks.
• 6Sea saltEssential mineral but contributes high sodium content.
• 3Cane SugarNatural sweetener, less processed than refined sugar, but still caloric.
• 10CarrotsWhole vegetable, rich in beta-carotene and fiber
• 8Peanut butterWhole food derivative, protein and healthy fats, minimally processed
• 7TamariFermented soy product, reduced sodium, some processing
• 9SoybeansLegume protein source, minimally processed in sauce form.
• 6SaltEssential mineral but contributes high sodium content.
• 8Tomato pasteConcentrated tomato, minimally processed, nutrient-dense.
• 8VinegarFermented product, natural preservative, minimal processing
• 10ScallionsWhole food vegetable, fresh, nutrient-dense, no processing
• 8Dry Roasted PeanutsMinimally processed whole food, protein-rich, healthy fats
• 10OnionsWhole vegetable, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds
• 9Olive oilWhole food, cold-pressed, rich in healthy monounsaturated fats
• 9SpicesNatural flavor source; antioxidants and antimicrobial properties
• 10GarlicWhole food, natural, nutrient-dense flavor enhancer.
• 7Lime juice concentrateProcessed citrus, retains nutrients, some concentration involved
• 9Red chili flakesWhole food spice, dried, no additives, beneficial compounds
• 9Red cayenne pepperWhole food spice, dried, natural, health-promoting properties
• 8Lemon juice concentrateProcessed citrus, retains some nutrients, concentration involved
• 7SoyLegume protein source, present as allergen.

Allergens

Contains: peanuts, soy

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.