Chobani

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Chobani Flip® Lemon Meringue Pie is a product that our assessment deems advisable to avoid. This snack’s composition strays far from the cleaner food options that our website promotes. It is not organic, which immediately detracts from its potential score. Further, it includes ingredients that are not verified as non-GMO, an attribute we hold in high regard for a healthier diet.

The product features added sugars such as brown sugar and cane sugar, as well as citric acid, which, despite its natural occurrence in citrus fruits, is often used in the food industry as a preservative or to add a sour taste. The presence of tapioca syrup introduces another layer of added sugars. These ingredients contribute to the product’s low score as they are not aligned with the cleaner food options we support.

The inclusion of natural flavors, soy lecithin, and unspecified vegetable oils, particularly palm and palm kernel oils, raises concerns. Natural flavors are a broad category that can mask a variety of undisclosed compounds, while soy lecithin is an emulsifier that, despite its widespread use, is often derived from soybeans that are not non-GMO. Palm oil production has been linked to significant environmental issues, including deforestation and habitat destruction, which goes against the ethos of cleaner, more ethical food production.

This product’s ingredient list also notes the potential for cross-contamination with peanuts and tree nuts, a critical consideration for those with allergies.

The Chobani Flip® Lemon Meringue Pie, therefore, receives the lowest score on our green leaf rating scale. It lacks organic certification, includes GMOs, contains various forms of added sugars, and is made with ingredients that may pose harm to both health and environment. Consumers seeking cleaner, more wholesome food choices are encouraged to consider alternative products that align more closely with these values.