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Ben’s Original
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Ready Rice™ Red Beans & Rice
Ingredients:
Enriched Long Grain Parboiled Rice [long Grain Rice, Iron (Ferric Orthophosphate),thiamin (Thiamine Mononitrate), Folate (Folic Acid)]; Precooked Red Beans* (Red Beans,sugar); Seasoning Blend [hydrolyzed Soy/corn/wheat Gluten Protein, Sugar, Onion Powder, Red And Green Bell Pepper*, Potassium Chloride, Yeast Extract, Corn Starch,garlic Powder, Parsley*, Paprika (Color), Spices, Torula Yeast, Salt, Xanthan Gum, Ammonium Chloride, Natural Flavor, Tartaric Acid, Natural Smoke Flavor]. *dried.
Rating: Average
- 3 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 3 out of 5 green leaves, Ben’s Original Ready Rice™ Red Beans & Rice offers a middle-of-the-road option for those seeking cleaner eating choices. This product does not boast an organic label, and its ingredients are not verified as non-GMO, which detracts from its clean food credentials. Furthermore, the presence of added sugars and certain additives raises concerns for consumers prioritizing health and naturalness in their food selections.
The ingredient list reveals the use of enriched long grain parboiled rice, which has been fortified with iron and vitamins such as thiamin and folate. Precooked red beans are included, but the addition of sugar to these beans is noted as a negative aspect. The seasoning blend contains several items of interest, including hydrolyzed proteins from soy, corn, and wheat, which may not align with the preferences of individuals avoiding these allergens or seeking less processed food components.
Potassium chloride serves as a salt substitute, and yeast extract could be a source of flavor enhancement akin to MSG. Corn starch is a common thickener, and natural flavors—while ubiquitous in processed foods—remain a vague ingredient that often warrants scrutiny due to their undisclosed composition. Xanthan gum, used as a stabilizer or thickener, is also present and has been flagged in the scoring process as a potential issue.
The product contains a mix of both naturally derived ingredients such as rice, beans, and spices, and processed elements that may not meet the standards of those seeking the purest food options. The absence of organic certification and non-GMO verification further positions this product away from the highest ranks of clean eating.
While Ben’s Original Ready Rice™ Red Beans & Rice may offer convenience and a blend of nutrients due to the enriched rice, the deductions in its score reflect concerns with added sugars and certain additives. It stands as an accessible choice for consumers, yet it falls short of the highest standards set by those committed to the cleanest possible food consumption.
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