Is Quattro Formaggi Pizza Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Trattoria Alfredo
Trattoria Alfredo's Quattro Formaggi Pizza 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 Modified Potato Starch.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several cheeses and additives like modified potato starch, which raises concerns about processing. Ingredients like sugar and rapeseed oil also indicate a less favorable quality profile.
Main concern
Modified potato starch is a processed ingredient that may raise 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
- Contains multiple cheeses, providing a rich flavor profile and texture.
- Includes dried wheat sourdough, which can enhance taste and fermentation.
- Tomato passata contributes to the overall flavor and moisture of the pizza.
- Basil and garlic granules add natural flavoring without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Modified potato starch is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
- Presence of sugar indicates added sweetness, which may not be desirable in savory products.
- Rapeseed oil is a refined oil, which can be less favorable compared to natural fats.
- Coloured cheddar cheese contains artificial colors, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Good
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary base for the pizza crust, providing structure and texture. It is a staple ingredient in many baked goods.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wheat Flour
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for dough formation and hydration, contributing to the overall texture of the pizza crust.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Tomato Passata safe in this food?
Good
Tomato Passata is used here as flavor. Tomato passata adds moisture and a rich tomato flavor, essential for the sauce base of the pizza.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Tomato Passata
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Is Mozzarella Cheese safe in this food?
Good
Mozzarella Cheese is used here as flavor. Mozzarella cheese provides a creamy texture and mild flavor, making it a classic choice for pizza toppings.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Mozzarella Cheese (Milk)
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Is Cheddar Cheese safe in this food?
Good
Cheddar Cheese is used here as flavor. Cheddar cheese adds a sharp flavor and enhances the overall cheesiness of the pizza.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Cheddar Cheese (Milk)
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Is Coloured Cheddar Cheese safe in this food?
Medium
Coloured Cheddar Cheese is used here as flavor. Coloured cheddar cheese contributes to flavor but contains artificial colors, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Coloured Cheddar Cheese (Milk) (contains Colours: Annatto, Carotenes)
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Is Monterey Jack Cheese safe in this food?
Good
Monterey Jack Cheese is used here as flavor. Monterey Jack cheese adds a mild flavor and creamy texture, complementing the other cheeses used.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Monterey Jack Cheese (Milk)
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rapeseed oil is used for moisture and texture but is a refined oil, which may not be as favorable as natural fats.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Rapeseed Oil
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in pizza dough and sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as flavor. Sugar is added for sweetness, which may not be ideal in savory products like pizza.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sugar
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Is Yeast safe in this food?
Good
Yeast is used here as leavening. Yeast is crucial for fermentation, helping the dough rise and contributing to the texture of the crust.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: Yeast
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Is Dried Wheat Sourdough safe in this food?
Good
Dried Wheat Sourdough is used here as flavor. Dried wheat sourdough enhances flavor and texture, providing a more complex taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Dried Wheat Sourdough
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Is Roasted Malted Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Roasted Malted Flour is used here as flavor. Roasted malted flour adds a unique flavor and color to the crust but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Roasted Malted Flour (Wheat, Barley)
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Is Basil safe in this food?
Good
Basil is used here as flavor. Basil is a natural herb that adds aromatic flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the pizza.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Basil
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Is Garlic Granules safe in this food?
Good
Garlic Granules is used here as flavor. Garlic granules provide a strong flavor, complementing the other ingredients without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Garlic Granules
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Is Black Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Black Pepper is used here as flavor. Black pepper adds a mild heat and depth of flavor, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Black Pepper
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Is Concentrated Lemon Juice safe in this food?
Good
Concentrated Lemon Juice is used here as flavor. Concentrated lemon juice adds acidity and brightness, balancing the richness of the cheeses.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Concentrated Lemon Juice
Read the full ingredient profile for Concentrated Lemon Juice
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Is Modified Potato Starch safe in this food?
Bad
Modified Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Modified potato starch is a processed thickening agent that may raise concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Modified Potato Starch
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: 3838634
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Allergens detected: milk , wheat , barley
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