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Flavor:

Fiesta Veggie Burrito

Ingredients:

Flour Tortilla: Bleached Enriched Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Water, Shortening (Interesterified Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil), Contains 2% Or Less Of Salt, Leavening (Baking Soda, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Yeast [yeast, Sorbitan Monostearate, Ascorbic Acid]), Sugar, Dough Conditioners (Mono– And Diglycerides, Fumaric Acid, Sorbic Acid, Enzymes, Wheat Starch, Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Cellulose, Corn Starch, Dicalcium Phosphate, With Tocopherols, Ascorbic Acid And Citric Acid [added As Antioxidants]), Calcium Propionate (P), Molasses. Contains: Wheat. [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], Seasoned Rice: Enriched Long Grain Rice, Water, Canola Oil, Seasoning (Maltodextrin, Salt, Natural Flavors, Tomato Powder, Sugar, Garlic Powder, Spices, Onion, Tomato, Red And Green Bell Peppers, Citric Acid, Paprika, Onion Powder, Paprika (Vc), Disodium Guanylate And Inosinate, Torula Yeast. [certified Vegan], Guacamole: Avocado Pulp (Avocado, Lime Juice, Salt), Onions, Tomatoes, Sauce (Soybean Oil, Water, Salt, Distilled Vinegar, Cane Sugar, Garlic Powder, Disodium Inosinate And Guanylate, Dehydrated Onion, Spice, Citric Acid, Mustard, Modified Corn Starch, Sorbic Acid, Phosphoric Acid, Propylene Glycol Alginate, Xanthan Gum, Natural Flavor, Calcium Disodium Edta (P). [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], 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], Creamy Chipotle Sauce: Soybean Oil, Water, Vinegar, Cage-free Egg Yolk, 2% Or Less Of Chili Peppers, Chipotle Peppers, Salt, Sugar, Roasted Garlic, Natural Flavor, Natural Smoke Flavor, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Paprika Extract (C), Xanthan Gum, Propylene Glycol Alginate, Sodium Benzoate (P), Potassium Sorbate (P), Calcium Disodium Edta (Pf), Citric Acid, Potassium Chloride, Maltodextrin. Contains: Egg [certified Vegetarian], Fiesta Tortilla Strips: Corn Masa Flour, Vegetable Oil (Sunflower, Safflower, And/or Canola), Beet Juice, Annatto Extract And Black Carrot Juice (C). [certified Vegan], Tomatoes: Fresh Tomatoes. [certified Vegan]

Rating: We Avoid

Ingredient Score:

Awarded a 1/5 green leaf rating, the Taco Bell Fiesta Veggie Burrito falls short of the cleaner food options we aim to recommend. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, which immediately detracts from its potential score. The inclusion of added sugars, such as molasses and sugar, further reduces its standing, while the presence of more harmful sugars like dextrose and cane sugar exacerbates the issue.

The burrito also contains a variety of potentially harmful additives. Ingredients such as natural and artificial flavors, diglycerides, enriched wheat flour, xanthan gum, potassium sorbate, calcium disodium EDTA, and sodium citrate are flagged for their potential negative health impacts. Moreover, the product includes additives known for their harmful effects, including carrageenan, propylene glycol, sodium benzoate, maltodextrin, and sodium metabisulfite. These substances are often scrutinized for their safety and potential health risks.

Harmful oils, specifically canola, soybean, corn, and unspecified vegetable oils, are present in the burrito. These oils are often highly processed and may pose health concerns, particularly when consumed frequently or in large amounts. The use of these oils contributes to the product’s low score.

The ingredient list for the Fiesta Veggie Burrito is extensive, featuring items such as a flour tortilla, black beans, seasoned rice, guacamole, reduced-fat sour cream, a three-cheese blend, creamy chipotle sauce, fiesta tortilla strips, and fresh tomatoes. While some components such as black beans and tomatoes are inherently nutritious, the overall composition of the burrito is overshadowed by the presence of undesirable ingredients that do not align with the cleaner, healthier food options we support.

Consumers seeking healthier alternatives are advised to steer clear of the Taco Bell Fiesta Veggie Burrito. The product’s low green leaf rating reflects its composition of non-organic, GMO, and potentially harmful ingredients, which outweigh the benefits of its vegetable components. It is not a recommended choice for those looking to maintain a diet focused on clean and wholesome foods.