Gardein
Flavor:
Crispy Chick’n Sliders
Ingredients:
Water, Enriched Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Soy Protein Isolate, Canola Oil, Vital Wheat Gluten, Onions, Celery, 2% or Less of: Sugar, Corn Starch, Salt, Methylcellulose, Dried Cranberries, Wheat Gluten, Yeast extract, Ancient Grain Flour (Khorasan Wheat), Spices, Potato Starch, Natural Flavors, Yeast, Titanium Dioxide (Color), Barley Malt Extract, Dried Red Bell Pepper, Soy Lecithin, Leavening (Sodium Bicarbonate, Cream Of Tartar), Onion Powder, Soybean Oil, Coconut Oil, Extractive Of Paprika (Color), Lactic Acid
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Gardein Crispy Chick’n Sliders receive a green leaf rating of 1/5 on our website, indicating the lowest recommendation for cleaner food options. This product is a plant-based alternative to traditional chicken sliders, aiming to provide a vegetarian option in the fast-food category.
The product is not organic, leading to an immediate deduction in its rating. While it does not contain GMO ingredients, the presence of added sugars, such as sugar and dried cranberries, further decreases its score. The ingredient list includes several components that raise concerns. Natural flavors and enriched wheat flour, while common in processed foods, contribute to the product’s lower rating due to their ambiguous nature and potential for containing undisclosed additives. Soy lecithin and corn starch are also flagged for their prevalence in highly processed foods and potential as allergens or irritants for some individuals.
A significant point of concern is the inclusion of titanium dioxide, a color additive that has been scrutinized for its safety and potential health implications. The presence of this ingredient results in a substantial deduction from the product’s score. Additionally, canola and soybean oils are considered harmful oils due to their high levels of processing and potential for containing trans fats, which are linked to negative health outcomes.
The product’s overall score reflects a compilation of these ingredients and their perceived impact on health and cleanliness in food options. The low green leaf rating suggests that consumers seeking clean, health-conscious food alternatives should avoid Gardein Crispy Chick’n Sliders. This assessment is grounded in a thorough review of the product’s ingredients and the standards set forth by our website to promote cleaner eating amidst a market saturated with unhealthy options.
Certifications:
Product formulations and certifications may change. For current nutrition facts and ingredient
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