Plant Chef Mushroom Fettucine Pasta product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Plant Chef Mushroom Fettucine Pasta Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Tesco

Tesco's Plant Chef Mushroom Fettucine Pasta is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Dipotassium Phosphate, Carrageenan, Flavouring.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This product contains several processed ingredients such as modified starches and thickeners like carrageenan, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and maltodextrin also indicates a less favorable composition.

Main concern

Contains carrageenan, a thickener that has raised safety concerns in some studies.

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 mushrooms (14%) which provide flavor and some nutritional benefits.
  • Includes cannellini beans and oats, adding fiber and protein to the dish.
  • Fortified with vitamins D, B12, and riboflavin, enhancing nutritional value.
  • Uses natural herbs like thyme and parsley for flavoring.

Concerns

  • Contains carrageenan, a thickener that has raised safety concerns in some studies.
  • Includes sugar and maltodextrin, which may contribute to a less healthy profile.
  • Modified starches present may indicate a higher level of processing.
  • Flavouring and thickeners may mask the natural taste of ingredients.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 3954478

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Allergens detected: soy

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Tesco — Plant Chef Mushroom Fettucine Pasta 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Tesco — Plant Chef Mushroom Fettucine Pasta has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
We detected: soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis notes: Contains mushrooms (14%) which provide flavor and some nutritional benefits.; Includes cannellini beans and oats, adding fiber and protein to the dish.; Fortified with vitamins D, B12, and riboflavin, enhancing nutritional value.. See the Pros section above.
Tesco — Plant Chef Mushroom Fettucine Pasta has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Contains carrageenan, a thickener that has raised safety concerns in some studies.; Includes sugar and maltodextrin, which may contribute to a less healthy profile.; Modified starches present may indicate a higher level of processing.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Tesco — Plant Chef Mushroom Fettucine Pasta has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product contains several processed ingredients such as modified starches and thickeners like carrageenan, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and maltodextrin also indicates a less favorable composition. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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