Vegetable Spring Rolls

Why this score

• Ultra-processed (NOVA 4)Ultra-processed per the NOVA classification — −1.5, never below 7 on this rule alone.
• Medium sugar, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: medium sugar, salt (−0.4).
• Flavor enhancer: Disodium guanylateMSG-family flavor enhancer — shown for transparency; does not change the score.
• Flavor enhancer: Disodium inosinateMSG-family flavor enhancer — shown for transparency; does not change the score.

Ingredients (37)

• 10WaterEssential, natural, calorie-free hydration
• 7Wheat flourRefined grain; enriched but lacks whole-grain nutrition.
• 7Rice flourWhole grain derivative, minimally processed thickener.
• 6Wheat starchRefined carbohydrate; acceptable but lacks nutritional density.
• 5Soybean oilRefined vegetable oil; likely hydrogenated; high omega-6 content.
• 6SaltEssential mineral, acceptable in moderate amounts for flavor.
• 6Soy lecithinProcessed emulsifier; derived from soy; generally recognized as safe.
• 10JicamaWhole vegetable, high fiber, low glycemic index
• 9EdamameWhole food legume, complete protein, nutrient-dense
• 10CarrotsWhole vegetable, rich in beta-carotene and fiber
• 10BroccoliWhole cruciferous vegetable, sulforaphane, fiber, vitamins
• 10Sweet potatoWhole food; excellent source of beta-carotene, fiber
• 7Wheat proteinProcessed protein isolate; functional ingredient; useful but refined
• 7Defatted soybean flourProcessed legume product, good protein, minimal fat
• 9Bamboo shootsWhole vegetable, low calorie, good fiber content
• 10OnionWhole food ingredient, naturally beneficial.
• 7Soy Protein ConcentrateProcessed plant protein; nutritious but chemically extracted
• 10LeeksWhole vegetable, allium family, beneficial compounds
• 6Soy sauceFermented condiment; some sodium content but beneficial compounds
• 8Defatted soybeansWhole legume product, high protein, minimally processed
• 8WheatWhole grain source; acceptable but refined in this product.
• 10Green onionWhole vegetable, fresh culinary ingredient.
• 3SugarRefined sweetener, adds calories with minimal nutritional value.
• 10Red onionWhole vegetable, antioxidants, natural flavoring compound
• 3DextroseRefined simple sugar; high glycemic index, empty calories.
• 8Dried onionDehydrated vegetable; minimally processed, natural flavoring.
• 9SpiceNatural flavor and antimicrobial compound.
• 3Disodium guanylateArtificial flavor enhancer, controversial, potential health concerns
• 5Disodium inosinateArtificial flavor enhancer, controversial, potential health concerns
• 8VinegarFermented natural ingredient; minimal processing, beneficial.
• 5Modified food starchChemically modified thickener; processed, minimal nutrition.
• 9GingerWhole spice, natural, beneficial anti-inflammatory properties.
• 7Citric acidNatural preservative and pH regulator, generally safe.
• 7Pear Juice ConcentrateConcentrated natural juice, processed but no added chemicals or sweeteners
• 8Dried garlicDehydrated vegetable; minimally processed, natural flavoring.
• 9Dried gingerMinimally processed spice, anti-inflammatory, functional benefits
• 6Xanthan gumMicrobial polysaccharide thickener; safe but processed.

Allergens

Contains: gluten, 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.