Trader Joes
Flavor:
Garden Vegetable Soup
Ingredients:
Vegetable Broth (Water, Vegetable Broth Concentrate [mirepoix {carrot, Celery, Onion}, Salt, Onion Powder]), Diced Tomatoes In Juice (Tomato, Tomato Juice, Citric Acid [acidifier], Calcium Chloride), Sweet Potato, Carrot, Onion, Celery, Tomato Concentrate, Mixed Greens (Kale, Swiss Chard, Spinach), Potato, Tomato Paste, Zucchini, Red Bell Peppers (Red Bell Peppers, Water, Salt, Citric Acid [acidifier], Calcium Chloride), Leeks, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sea Salt, Garlic, Spices (Black Pepper, Thyme, Red Pepper), Citric Acid (Acidifier).
Rating: Average
- 3 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 3 out of 5 green leaves, the Trader Joe’s Garden Vegetable Soup is a middle-of-the-road choice for those seeking cleaner food options. This product is not organic, and it does not exclusively use non-GMO ingredients, which impacts its rating on our scale. Furthermore, the presence of citric acid, categorized under added sugars, further reduces its score.
The soup boasts a variety of vegetables, including sweet potato, carrot, onion, celery, mixed greens like kale, Swiss chard, and spinach, as well as zucchini and red bell peppers. It uses vegetable broth as its base, with diced tomatoes and tomato paste to enrich the flavor. Leeks, extra virgin olive oil, and a blend of spices such as black pepper, thyme, and red pepper contribute to its overall composition. While the soup incorporates several healthy ingredients, the fact that it is not organic and may contain GMOs affects its standing for those prioritizing organic and non-GMO diets.
The product’s container starts with a full score, but deductions are made for its lack of organic certification and potential GMO content. Additionally, citric acid, an additive found in the soup, is considered an added sugar and leads to a further reduction in score. These factors are significant for consumers who are focused on avoiding such ingredients for health or environmental reasons.
Trader Joe’s Garden Vegetable Soup is positioned as an option for those who are looking for a convenient and vegetable-packed meal. However, for individuals who place a high value on organic and non-GMO products, this soup may not fully meet their standards. Despite its shortcomings, it remains a choice for consumers looking to incorporate more vegetables into their diet without the added effort of preparing a soup from scratch. Overall, the soup falls into a category where it provides a balance between convenience and health-consciousness, with room for improvement in terms of its organic and GMO-free credentials.
Certifications:
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