Plant Chef Sweet And Sour No-Chicken And Rice product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Plant Chef Sweet And Sour No-Chicken And Rice Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Tesco

Plant Chef Sweet And Sour No-Chicken And Rice is a ready meal from Tesco. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Flavourings, Sugar.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This product contains a mix of ingredients including soya protein strips and various vegetables. However, the presence of sugar and flavorings raises quality concerns.

Main concern

Contains sugar, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a savory dish.

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 Jasmine rice, a good source of carbohydrates, providing a base for the meal.
  • Includes vegetables like peas and red pepper, contributing to the overall nutritional profile.
  • Soya protein strips provide a plant-based protein source, appealing to vegetarian diets.

Concerns

  • Contains sugar, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a savory dish.
  • Includes flavorings, which may indicate the presence of artificial additives.
  • Red wine vinegar and concentrated pineapple juice may introduce acidity that some consumers might avoid.

Who should avoid this product?

This ready meal may not be the best fit for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this ready meal so the page answers more than a simple label list.

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: 3954360

More from this brand: Tesco products in Zerotox

Similar products: ready_meal in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: soy

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Frequently asked questions

Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We detected: soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: jasmine rice, water, tomato paste. See the Ingredients section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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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 sugar, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a savory dish.; Includes flavorings, which may indicate the presence of artificial additives.; Red wine vinegar and concentrated pineapple juice may introduce acidity that some consumers might avoid.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This product contains a mix of ingredients including soya protein strips and various vegetables. However, the presence of sugar and flavorings raises quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Our analysis notes: Contains Jasmine rice, a good source of carbohydrates, providing a base for the meal.; Includes vegetables like peas and red pepper, contributing to the overall nutritional profile.; Soya protein strips provide a plant-based protein source, appealing to vegetarian diets.. See the Pros section above.
Tesco — Plant Chef Sweet And Sour No-Chicken And Rice has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among ready meal products. See the full breakdown above.
Tesco — Plant Chef Sweet And Sour No-Chicken And Rice 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.

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