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Black Bean Chalupe Supreme
Ingredients:
Chalupa Flatbread: Enriched Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Water, Soybean Oil, Yeast, Sugar, Vital Wheat Gluten, Contains 1% Or Less Of, Salt, Corn Syrup Solids, Oat Fiber, Dough Conditioners (Mono And Di-glycerides), Baking Powder, Soy Protein Isolate, Enzymes, Calcium Propionate (P). Prepared In Canola Oil. Contains: Wheat, Soy [certified Vegan], Black Beans: Black Beans, Water, Onion, Canola Oil, Seasoning (Water, Dextrose, Salt, Natural Flavor, Corn Starch, Corn Oil, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Turmeric), Modified Corn Starch, Salt, Chili Powder, Garlic, Onion. [certified Vegan], Reduced-fat Sour Cream: Milk, Cream, Modified Corn Starch, Lactic Acid, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Sodium Phosphate, Natural Flavor, Cellulose Gel, Potassium Sorbate (P), Cellulose Gum, Guar Gum, Locust Bean Gum, Carrageenan, Vitamin A. Contains: Milk [certified Vegetarian], Tomatoes: Fresh Tomatoes. [certified Vegan], Iceberg Lettuce: Fresh Iceberg Lettuce [certified Vegan], Three Cheese Blend: Low-moisture Part-skim Mozzarella Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Pasteurized Process Monterey Jack And American Cheese With Peppers (Cultured Milk, Cultured Part-skim Milk, Water, Cream, Salt, Sodium Citrate, Jalapeno Peppers, Sodium Phosphate, Lactic Acid, Sorbic Acid [p], Color Added, Annatto And Paprika Extract Blend [vc], Enzymes), Anticaking Agents (Potato Starch, Cornstarch, Powdered Cellulose). Contains: Milk [certified Vegetarian]
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Taco Bell Black Bean Chalupa Supreme presents itself as a less desirable choice for those seeking cleaner food options. This product is not organic and includes genetically modified ingredients, detracting significantly from its overall healthfulness score. Moreover, the presence of added sugars, such as sugar and citric acid, alongside more concerning sweeteners like dextrose and corn syrup, further diminishes its nutritional appeal.
The chalupa’s ingredient list reveals a variety of additives that raise red flags. Natural flavors, unspecified flavors, enriched wheat flour, potassium sorbate, and sodium citrate are incorporated into the recipe, each contributing to the product’s low rating. Particularly troubling are carrageenan and maltodextrin, both known for their potentially adverse health effects, which warrant a more severe deduction from the score.
The inclusion of oils such as canola, soybean, and corn oil—identified as harmful in the context of cleaner eating—also plays a part in the product’s minimal green leaf rating. These oils are often processed and may not align with the standards of those striving for a diet consisting of whole and unprocessed foods.
This chalupa’s composition, with its array of non-organic, GMO, and potentially harmful ingredients, positions it as a product to avoid for consumers prioritizing clean eating. The 1/5 green leaf rating underscores the need for caution and suggests a move towards alternatives that embrace organic ingredients, eschew GMOs, and eliminate additives and processed sugars. The Taco Bell Black Bean Chalupa Supreme stands as a clear example of a fast-food item that fails to meet the criteria for a cleaner, healthier food choice.
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