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Dr. Praeger’s
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Super Greens Veggie Nuggets
Ingredients:
Filling (Spinach, Potatoes, Onions, Cooked Quinoa [Quinoa, Water], Pea Protein, Kale, Oat Fiber, Collard Greens, Swiss Chard, Zucchini, Milled Flaxseed, Arrowroot Powder, Sea Salt, Garlic), Rice Crust (Rice Flour, Water, Whole Grain Amaranth Flour, Raisin Juice Concentrate, Corn Starch, Salt, Dextrose, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Yeast extract, Spices), High Oleic Sunflower Oil
Rating: Average
- 3 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Awarded a 3/5 green leaves rating, the Dr. Praeger’s Super Greens Veggie Nuggets present a middle-ground option for those seeking cleaner food choices. The product is not certified organic, contributing to its average score. Despite this, it is made with non-GMO ingredients, a positive aspect for consumers looking to avoid genetically modified foods.
The veggie nuggets boast a filling packed with a variety of greens, including spinach, kale, and collard greens, alongside quinoa and pea protein. These ingredients align with the goal of providing nutrient-dense options. The inclusion of oat fiber and milled flaxseed adds to the product’s fiber content, which benefits digestive health.
However, the product does lose points for the presence of dextrose, a type of added sugar that detracts from the overall healthfulness of the food item. Added sugars are often criticized for their role in various health issues when consumed in excess. Additionally, the use of corn starch as an additive is another factor that lowers the product’s score. While corn starch is commonly used in food products to improve texture, it can be processed and may not align with the criteria for ‘clean’ eating.
The rice crust encasing the nuggets contains rice flour and whole grain amaranth flour, providing a gluten-free alternative to traditional coatings. The use of raisin juice concentrate is a natural way to add sweetness without resorting to refined sugars.
The product is cooked in high oleic sunflower oil, which is known for its stability at high temperatures and contains monounsaturated fats that are considered a healthier fat option compared to saturated fats.
The Dr. Praeger’s Super Greens Veggie Nuggets achieve a balance between health-conscious ingredients and areas for improvement. While they do not meet the highest standards set by the rating system due to non-organic ingredients and the inclusion of added sugars and corn starch, they still offer a selection of beneficial greens and whole grains that may serve as a reasonable choice for consumers seeking cleaner, non-GMO food products.
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