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Is Plant! Middle Eastern Falafel Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Lidl

This page reviews Plant! Middle Eastern Falafel by Lidl as a snack. Its current score is 85/100, suggesting that it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.

If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Raising Agent Sodium Carbonates.

85 / 100

Good quality

Why score is 85

The composition of this falafel includes a high percentage of chickpeas and natural ingredients like courgette and spices. The presence of sodium carbonates as a raising agent is the only synthetic component, indicating a generally clean profile.

Main concern

Sodium carbonates, while a common raising agent, are synthetic and may raise some quality concerns.

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

  • High chickpea content (58%) provides a good source of plant-based protein and fiber.
  • Natural ingredients like courgette and spinach enhance nutritional value and flavor.
  • Spices such as cumin and coriander contribute to authentic Middle Eastern taste.
  • Minimal use of processed ingredients supports a clean composition.

Concerns

  • Sodium carbonates, while a common raising agent, are synthetic and may raise some quality concerns.
  • Potato flakes may indicate some level of processing compared to whole food ingredients.
  • Presence of rapeseed oil, though common, is a refined oil that may not appeal to all consumers.
  • The inclusion of salt could be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake.

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.

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: 3898518

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Frequently asked questions

Lidl — Plant! Middle Eastern Falafel has a Zerotox score of 85 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
Lidl — Plant! Middle Eastern Falafel has a Zerotox safety score of 85 / 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.
This product is flagged for: Sodium carbonates, while a common raising agent, are synthetic and may raise some quality concerns.; Potato flakes may indicate some level of processing compared to whole food ingredients.; Presence of rapeseed oil, though common, is a refined oil that may not appeal to all consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: chickpeas, onion, courgette. See the Ingredients section above.
Lidl — Plant! Middle Eastern Falafel has a Zerotox safety score of 85 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Lidl products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: High chickpea content (58%) provides a good source of plant-based protein and fiber.; Natural ingredients like courgette and spinach enhance nutritional value and flavor.; Spices such as cumin and coriander contribute to authentic Middle Eastern taste.. See the Pros section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Zerotox gives Lidl — Plant! Middle Eastern Falafel a safety score of 85 / 100 based on ingredients. See the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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.
The composition of this falafel includes a high percentage of chickpeas and natural ingredients like courgette and spices. The presence of sodium carbonates as a raising agent is the only synthetic component, indicating a generally clean profile. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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