Amy’s Kitchen

Rated at 2 out of 5 green leaves, the Amy’s Kitchen Cheddar Cheese, Bean & Rice Burrito, Gluten Free, falls short of our clean food standards. This product, although boasting some organic ingredients and non-GMO certification, has room for improvement in its pursuit of a truly clean label.

The burrito is made with a blend of organic pinto beans, brown rice, and a mix of organic garbanzo bean flour, tomato purée, and cheeses. It also contains a variety of organic starches and flours, such as potato starch, tapioca starch, sorghum flour, and sweet rice flour. The inclusion of organic onions, bell peppers, and spices adds to the burrito’s wholesome ingredient list. However, it’s important to note that not all components are organic. This absence of a fully organic status detracts from the product’s overall healthfulness.

Moreover, the presence of added sugars, specifically organic cane sugar, further diminishes the product’s clean eating appeal. While sugars are commonplace in many processed foods, their role in a health-conscious diet is limited. The Amy’s Kitchen burrito contains these added sugars, which are often linked to health issues when consumed in excess.

This product does not contain genetically modified organisms, a positive aspect for those looking to avoid GMOs. However, it’s clear that the burrito could benefit from a reformulation that prioritizes organic ingredients across the board and eliminates added sugars. Doing so would align it more closely with the clean food ethos that our rating system upholds.

The Amy’s Kitchen Cheddar Cheese, Bean & Rice Burrito, Gluten Free, has potential but currently does not meet the high standards for clean, healthy eating. Its partial use of organic ingredients and non-GMO status are overshadowed by the inclusion of added sugars and lack of full organic certification. This product would be more favorable with a commitment to comprehensive organic ingredients and the removal of unnecessary added sugars.