Is Middle Eastern Style Chicken & Tabbouleh Salad Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Co-op
Middle Eastern Style Chicken & Tabbouleh Salad is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Co-op. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Maltodextrin, Color Anthocyanins, Flavourings affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like maltodextrin and sugar, which raise quality concerns. The presence of additives like colorants and flavorings further impacts the overall safety assessment.
Main concern
Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that may raise concerns about its impact on blood sugar levels.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains whole grains like bulgur wheat and orzo, providing some nutritional benefits.
- Includes extra virgin olive oil, a good source of healthy fats.
- Features natural herbs like mint and spices, enhancing flavor without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that may raise concerns about its impact on blood sugar levels.
- Presence of sugar in multiple components, indicating a higher level of sweetness than ideal.
- Use of flavorings and colorants like anthocyanins suggests a reliance on additives rather than whole ingredients.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.
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Is Durum Wheat Semolina safe in this food?
Medium
Durum Wheat Semolina is used here as base. Durum wheat semolina is a refined grain used in orzo, providing carbohydrates but lacking fiber due to processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Durum Wheat Semolina
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is essential for hydration and acts as a solvent in the preparation of various components.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Water
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a refined oil that provides fats but may contain omega-6 fatty acids, which should be balanced with omega-3 intake.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sunflower Oil
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Is Cooked Bulgur Wheat safe in this food?
Good
Cooked Bulgur Wheat is used here as base. Bulgur wheat is a whole grain that offers fiber and nutrients, contributing positively to the salad's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cooked Bulgur Wheat
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Is Marinated Chicken Breast safe in this food?
Medium
Marinated Chicken Breast is used here as base. Marinated chicken breast adds protein but contains sugar and spices that may raise concerns about added sugars.
Role in formula: base
Original: Marinated Chicken Breast
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this food?
Bad
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can spike blood sugar levels and is often used as a thickener or filler.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Maltodextrin
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Is Tomato Paste safe in this food?
Good
Tomato Paste is used here as base. Tomato paste provides flavor and nutrients, including antioxidants, contributing positively to the salad's profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Tomato Paste
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Is Concentrated Lemon Juice safe in this food?
Good
Concentrated Lemon Juice is used here as acidulant. Concentrated lemon juice adds acidity and flavor, along with vitamin C, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Concentrated Lemon Juice
Read the full ingredient profile for Concentrated Lemon Juice
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Is Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic is a natural flavor enhancer with potential health benefits, contributing to the overall flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Garlic
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Is Cornflour safe in this food?
Medium
Cornflour is used here as thickener. Cornflour is used as a thickening agent but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional value.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Cornflour
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but excessive consumption can lead to health issues, indicating a need for moderation.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Extra Virgin Olive Oil safe in this food?
Good
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used here as base. Extra virgin olive oil is a healthy fat source, rich in monounsaturated fats and antioxidants, supporting heart health.
Role in formula: base
Original: Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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Is Garlic Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Garlic Powder is used here as flavor. Garlic powder provides flavor but is a processed form of garlic, which may lack some of the fresh garlic's benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Garlic Powder
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Is Onion Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder adds flavor but is a processed ingredient, which may not offer the same benefits as fresh onions.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Onion Powder
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Is Dried Red Bell Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Dried Red Bell Pepper is used here as flavor. Dried red bell pepper contributes flavor and nutrients, including vitamins A and C, enhancing the salad's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Dried Red Bell Pepper
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Is Color Anthocyanins safe in this food?
Bad
Color Anthocyanins is used here as colorant. Anthocyanins are natural colorants but their presence indicates reliance on additives rather than whole ingredients.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Colour (Anthocyanins)
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Is Dried Red Onion safe in this food?
Good
Dried Red Onion is used here as flavor. Dried red onion adds flavor and nutrients, contributing positively to the overall taste and nutritional value.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Dried Red Onion
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Is Yeast Extract Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Yeast Extract Powder is used here as flavor. Yeast extract powder enhances flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Yeast Extract Powder
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Is Acid Citric Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Acid Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for acidity and preservation but is a synthetic additive that raises concerns about processing.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Acid (Citric acid)
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Is Mint safe in this food?
Good
Mint is used here as natural_extract. Mint adds fresh flavor and potential digestive benefits, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Mint
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Is Smoked Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Smoked Salt is used here as flavor. Smoked salt provides a unique flavor but should be used in moderation due to sodium content.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Smoked Salt
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a refined oil that provides fats but may contain omega-6 fatty acids, which should be balanced with omega-3 intake.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapeseed Oil
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Is Flavourings safe in this food?
Bad
Flavourings is used here as flavor. Flavourings are synthetic additives that enhance taste but raise concerns about the reliance on artificial ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Flavourings
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Is Lettuce safe in this food?
Good
Lettuce is used here as base. Lettuce adds volume and nutrients, contributing positively to the salad's overall nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Lettuce
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Is Greek Style Yogurt safe in this food?
Medium
Greek Style Yogurt is used here as base. Greek style yogurt adds creaminess and protein but contains added sugars, which may raise concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Greek Style Yogurt (Milk)
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Is Olive Oil safe in this food?
Good
Olive Oil is used here as base. Olive oil is a healthy fat source, rich in monounsaturated fats and antioxidants, supporting heart health.
Role in formula: base
Original: Olive Oil
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Is Lemon Juice safe in this food?
Good
Lemon Juice is used here as acidulant. Lemon juice adds acidity and flavor, along with vitamin C, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Lemon Juice
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Is Spirit Vinegar safe in this food?
Medium
Spirit Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Spirit vinegar adds acidity but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Spirit Vinegar
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but contributes to excessive caloric intake and raises concerns about health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Cornflour safe in this food?
Medium
Cornflour is used here as thickener. Cornflour is used as a thickening agent but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional value.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Cornflour
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Is Black Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Black Pepper is used here as flavor. Black pepper enhances flavor and may have digestive benefits, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Black Pepper
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Is Tomato safe in this food?
Good
Tomato is used here as base. Tomato adds flavor and nutrients, including antioxidants, contributing positively to the salad's profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Tomato
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Is Cider Vinegar safe in this food?
Medium
Cider Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Cider vinegar adds acidity but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Cider Vinegar
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Is Dijon Mustard safe in this food?
Medium
Dijon Mustard is used here as flavor. Dijon mustard adds flavor but contains vinegar and salt, which may raise concerns about sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Dijon Mustard
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Is Parsley safe in this food?
Good
Parsley is used here as natural_extract. Parsley adds flavor and nutrients, contributing positively to the overall taste and nutritional value.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Parsley
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Is Tarragon safe in this food?
Good
Tarragon is used here as natural_extract. Tarragon adds flavor and potential digestive benefits, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Tarragon
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Is Ground White Pepper safe in this food?
Medium
Ground White Pepper is used here as flavor. Ground white pepper enhances flavor but should be used in moderation due to potential digestive sensitivity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Ground White Pepper
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Is Mustard Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Mustard Flour is used here as flavor. Mustard flour adds flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Mustard Flour
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Is Thyme safe in this food?
Good
Thyme is used here as natural_extract. Thyme adds flavor and potential health benefits, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Thyme
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Is Cucumber safe in this food?
Good
Cucumber is used here as base. Cucumber adds hydration and crunch, contributing positively to the salad's overall nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cucumber
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Is Roasted Red Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Roasted Red Pepper is used here as base. Roasted red pepper adds flavor and nutrients, including vitamins A and C, enhancing the salad's profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Roasted Red Pepper
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Is Onion safe in this food?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds flavor and nutrients, contributing positively to the overall taste and nutritional value.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Onion
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Is Mint safe in this food?
Good
Mint is used here as natural_extract. Mint adds fresh flavor and potential digestive benefits, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Mint
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Is Black Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Black Pepper is used here as flavor. Black pepper enhances flavor and may have digestive benefits, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Black Pepper
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3924209
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