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Southwest Veggie Wrap
Ingredients:
Flatbread (Water, Bread Base [wheat Gluten, Corn Starch, Oat Fiber, Soy Protein Isolate, Soybean Oil, Defatted Soy Flour, Salt, Sesame Flour, Whole Wheat Flour, Calcium Propionate [mold Inhibitor], Potassium Sorbate, Mono-diglycerides, Sucralose, Dextrose, L-cysteine], Enriched Wheat Flour [wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid], Flax Flour, Contains Less Than 2% Of: Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Propionate [mold Inhibitor], Canola Oil, Fumaric Acid, L-cysteine, Yeast), Roasted Corn, Black Bean, Red Bell Pepper And Poblano Pepper, Tomato, Cheese (Cheddar Cheese [cultured Pasteurized Milk, Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes, Annatto [color], Monterey Jack Cheese [cultured Pasteurized Milk, Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes], Potato Starch, Powdered Cellulose [to Prevent Caking], Natamycin [natural Mold Inhibitor]), Green Leaf Lettuce Soybean Oil, Roasted Tomato Puree, Distilled Vinegar, Water, Egg Yolk, Salt, Jalapeno Pepper, Acetic Acid, Sugar, Onion*, Spice, Garlic*, Cilantro, Onion*, Green Bell Pepper*, Lime Juice Concentrate, Red Bell Pepper*, Potassium Sorbate And Sodium Benzoate (Preservatives), Disodium Guanylate, Disodium Inosinate, Propylene Glycol Alginate, Xanthan Gum, Natural Flavor, Calcium Disodium EDTA Added To Protect Flavor, Paprika *dehydrated
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Awarded a 1/5 green leaf rating, the Chick-fil-A Southwest Veggie Wrap falls significantly short of the criteria for cleaner food options on our website. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, factors that heavily impact its rating. The wrap is also marked down for its inclusion of added sugars, with sugar and dextrose contributing to the negative score. The presence of sucralose, an artificial sweetener, further diminishes its standing.
The ingredient list reveals several potentially harmful additives, such as natural flavors, diglycerides, enriched wheat flour, xanthan gum, potassium sorbate, and calcium disodium EDTA. More concerning is the use of known harmful additives like propylene glycol and sodium benzoate. These substances are detractors from the product’s overall healthfulness.
In addition to these concerns, the wrap contains oils that are considered harmful, namely canola and soybean oil. These oils contribute to the product’s low score due to their processing methods and potential health implications.
The Southwest Veggie Wrap’s composition reflects a broader issue within the food industry, where products are often laden with non-organic, GMO, and additive-rich ingredients. While the product may offer a vegetarian option in a market saturated with meat-based fast food, its nutritional profile is compromised by these factors.
Consumers seeking cleaner, more wholesome food choices are advised to avoid this product. The low green leaf rating serves as a clear indicator of the wrap’s alignment with our health and wellness standards. It stands as a reminder that even seemingly healthier fast food options can harbor ingredients that do not support a clean-eating lifestyle. The Chick-fil-A Southwest Veggie Wrap, therefore, is not recommended for those who prioritize their health and well-being through conscientious food selection.
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