Is Miso Soup Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lidl
Miso Soup is one of the soup broth products analyzed by Zerotox for Lidl. 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 E 150a, E 635 affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like E150a (colorant) and E635 (flavor enhancer), which raise quality concerns. The presence of soy and wheat may pose allergenic risks.
Main concern
Contains multiple additives like E150a and E635, indicating a highly processed composition.
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 miso sauce with soybean paste, providing a traditional flavor base.
- Includes seaweed and dried vegetables, contributing to a more complex taste profile.
Concerns
- Contains multiple additives like E150a and E635, indicating a highly processed composition.
- May pose allergenic risks due to the presence of soy, wheat, and potential cross-contamination with crustaceans and peanuts.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this soup broth.
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Is Water safe in this soup broth?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this soup, essential for hydration and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a key ingredient in udon noodles, providing structure but raises gluten concerns for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: WHEAT flour
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Is Salt safe in this soup broth?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, though excessive intake can be a concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Modified Tapioca Starch safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Modified Tapioca Starch is used here as thickener. This ingredient is used to improve texture but is a processed starch that may raise concerns about additives.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified tapioca starch
Read the full ingredient profile for Modified Tapioca Starch
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Is Wheat Gluten safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Wheat Gluten is used here as base. Wheat gluten adds chewiness to noodles but can be problematic for those with gluten sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: WHEAT GLUTEN
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Is E 270 safe in this soup broth?
Medium
E 270 is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid (E 270) is used to regulate acidity, though it is a processed ingredient with some concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acidity regulator: E 270
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Is E 401 safe in this soup broth?
Medium
E 401 is used here as thickener. Sodium alginate (E 401) is a thickening agent that can improve texture but is synthetic.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: thickener: E 401
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Is Soybean Miso Paste safe in this soup broth?
Good
Soybean Miso Paste is used here as base. Soybean miso paste is a fermented product that adds depth of flavor and beneficial probiotics.
Role in formula: base
Original: SOYBEAN miso paste (SOYBEANS, water, salt)
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Is Sugar safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for flavor balance but contributes to overall sweetness, raising concerns about sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Soy Sauce safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Soy Sauce is used here as flavor. Soy sauce adds umami flavor but contains wheat and salt, which may be problematic for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SOY SAUCE (water, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, salt)
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Is Onion Powder safe in this soup broth?
Good
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder enhances flavor naturally, contributing to the overall taste profile without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: onion powder
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Is Wakame Seaweed safe in this soup broth?
Good
Wakame Seaweed is used here as flavor. Wakame seaweed adds a unique flavor and is a source of minerals, enhancing the nutritional profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Wakame seaweed
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Is Garlic Powder safe in this soup broth?
Good
Garlic Powder is used here as flavor. Garlic powder provides a robust flavor and potential health benefits, contributing positively to the soup's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: garlic powder
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract enhances umami flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: yeast extract
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Is E 150a safe in this soup broth?
Bad
E 150a is used here as colorant. Caramel color (E 150a) is an artificial colorant that raises concerns about synthetic additives in food products.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: colour: E 150a
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Is E 415 safe in this soup broth?
Medium
E 415 is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum (E 415) is used for thickening but is a processed ingredient that may not be well-tolerated by all.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: thickener: E 415
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Is E 330 safe in this soup broth?
Medium
E 330 is used here as acidulant. Citric acid (E 330) is used to regulate acidity but is a synthetic additive that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acidity regulator: E 330
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Is E 635 safe in this soup broth?
Bad
E 635 is used here as flavor enhancer. Disodium 5'-ribonucleotide (E 635) is a synthetic flavor enhancer that raises concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor enhancer
Original: flavour enhancer: E 635
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Is Flavoring safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring is used to enhance taste but may include synthetic components, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: flavouring
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Is Freeze Dried Tofu Pieces safe in this soup broth?
Good
Freeze Dried Tofu Pieces is used here as base. Freeze-dried tofu adds protein and texture, contributing positively to the soup's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: freeze-dried tofu pieces (SOYBEANS, water, firming agent: E 575)
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Is E 575 safe in this soup broth?
Medium
E 575 is used here as firming agent. Magnesium chloride (E 575) is used to firm tofu but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: firming agent
Original: firming agent: E 575
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Is Dried Spring Onion Pieces safe in this soup broth?
Good
Dried Spring Onion Pieces is used here as flavor. Dried spring onion adds flavor and nutrients, enhancing the overall quality of the soup.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: dried spring onion pieces
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Is Dried Spinach Pieces safe in this soup broth?
Good
Dried Spinach Pieces is used here as flavor. Dried spinach contributes vitamins and minerals, improving the nutritional profile of the soup.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: dried spinach pieces
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: 3846937
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Allergens detected: soy , wheat
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