Is Tesco Plant Chef Sweet Potato Falafel Salad Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Tesco
This page reviews Tesco Plant Chef Sweet Potato Falafel Salad by Tesco as a food. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar, Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like emulsifiers and sugars, which raise quality concerns. Ingredients like rapeseed oil and sugar indicate moderate processing.
Main concern
Contains added sugars, which can raise concerns about excessive sweetness and processing.
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 chickpeas and sweet potato, which are good sources of plant-based nutrients.
- Includes a variety of vegetables like spinach and red pepper, enhancing nutritional diversity.
- Coriander and cumin provide flavor and potential antioxidant benefits.
- Red quinoa and wheat berries add whole grains, contributing to fiber content.
Concerns
- Contains added sugars, which can raise concerns about excessive sweetness and processing.
- Emulsifier (mono- and diglycerides) is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
- Rapeseed oil is a refined oil, which may not be as beneficial as unrefined alternatives.
- Presence of multiple processed ingredients indicates a less clean composition.
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.
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Is Chickpeas safe in this food?
Good
Chickpeas is used here as base. Chickpeas are a good source of plant protein and fiber, contributing to the salad's nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Chickpeas
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Is Sweet Potato safe in this food?
Good
Sweet Potato is used here as base. Sweet potato provides vitamins and minerals, adding natural sweetness and color to the salad.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sweet Potato
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Is Carrot safe in this food?
Good
Carrot is used here as base. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene and add crunch and sweetness to the salad.
Role in formula: base
Original: Carrot
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Is Onion safe in this food?
Good
Onion is used here as base. Onion adds flavor and contains antioxidants, enhancing the overall taste profile of the salad.
Role in formula: base
Original: Onion
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a refined oil that may not provide the same health benefits as unrefined oils, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapeseed Oil
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Is Dried Potato safe in this food?
Medium
Dried Potato is used here as base. Dried potato is a processed ingredient that may lack the nutritional benefits of fresh vegetables.
Role in formula: base
Original: Dried Potato
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Is Coriander Leaf safe in this food?
Good
Coriander Leaf is used here as natural_extract. Coriander leaf adds flavor and may have antioxidant properties, enhancing the salad's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Coriander Leaf
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Is Coriander Powder safe in this food?
Good
Coriander Powder is used here as natural_extract. Coriander powder contributes flavor and potential health benefits, complementing the salad's taste.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Coriander Powder
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Is Cumin safe in this food?
Good
Cumin is used here as natural_extract. Cumin adds a warm flavor and may have digestive benefits, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Cumin
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor but excessive use can raise health concerns, particularly for sodium intake.
Role in formula: base
Original: Salt
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Added sugar increases sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sugar consumption and processing.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Black Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Black Pepper is used here as natural_extract. Black pepper adds flavor and may aid digestion, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Black Pepper
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Is Chilli Powder safe in this food?
Good
Chilli Powder is used here as natural_extract. Chilli powder adds heat and flavor, contributing to the salad's overall taste profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Chilli Powder
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Is Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids safe in this food?
Bad
Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids is used here as emulsifier. These emulsifiers are processed ingredients that may raise concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulsifier (Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids)
Read the full ingredient profile for Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids
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Is Cooked Couscous safe in this food?
Medium
Cooked Couscous is used here as base. Cooked couscous adds texture but is a processed grain that may not provide the same benefits as whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cooked Couscous (Water, Durum Wheat Semolina)
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Is Cooked Red Quinoa safe in this food?
Good
Cooked Red Quinoa is used here as base. Cooked red quinoa is a nutritious grain that adds protein and fiber, enhancing the salad's health profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cooked Red Quinoa (Water, Red Quinoa)
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Is Cooked Wheat Berries safe in this food?
Good
Cooked Wheat Berries is used here as base. Cooked wheat berries provide whole grains and fiber, contributing to the salad's nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cooked Wheat Berries (Water, Wheat Berries)
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Is Cannellini Beans safe in this food?
Good
Cannellini Beans is used here as base. Cannellini beans are a good source of protein and fiber, enhancing the salad's nutritional content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cannellini Beans
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Is Butternut Squash safe in this food?
Good
Butternut Squash is used here as base. Butternut squash adds natural sweetness and is rich in vitamins, contributing to the salad's flavor and nutrition.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butternut Squash (5%)
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for hydration and is a key component in many ingredients, ensuring proper texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Spring Onion safe in this food?
Good
Spring Onion is used here as base. Spring onion adds a mild onion flavor and freshness, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.
Role in formula: base
Original: Spring Onion
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Is Red Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Red Pepper is used here as base. Red pepper provides sweetness and crunch, along with vitamins, enhancing the salad's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Red Pepper
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Is Sultanas safe in this food?
Medium
Sultanas is used here as sweetener. Sultanas add sweetness and texture but are a source of added sugars, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sultanas
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Is Beetroot safe in this food?
Good
Beetroot is used here as base. Beetroot adds color and sweetness, along with vitamins and minerals, enhancing the salad's appeal.
Role in formula: base
Original: Beetroot
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Is Lemon Juice safe in this food?
Good
Lemon Juice is used here as natural_extract. Lemon juice adds acidity and flavor, contributing to the overall taste and freshness of the salad.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Lemon Juice
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Is Rocket safe in this food?
Good
Rocket is used here as base. Rocket adds a peppery flavor and is rich in vitamins, enhancing the salad's nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rocket
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Is Spinach safe in this food?
Good
Spinach is used here as base. Spinach is nutrient-dense, providing vitamins and minerals, contributing to the salad's health benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: Spinach
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Is Red Wine Vinegar safe in this food?
Medium
Red Wine Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Red wine vinegar adds acidity and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise some concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Red Wine Vinegar
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Is Cornflour safe in this food?
Medium
Cornflour is used here as thickener. Cornflour is a processed thickener that may not provide significant nutritional benefits, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Cornflour
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Is Concentrated Beetroot Juice safe in this food?
Medium
Concentrated Beetroot Juice is used here as colorant. Concentrated beetroot juice adds color but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Concentrated Beetroot Juice
Read the full ingredient profile for Concentrated Beetroot Juice
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Is Dill safe in this food?
Good
Dill is used here as natural_extract. Dill adds flavor and may have digestive benefits, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Dill
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Is Nigella Seeds safe in this food?
Good
Nigella Seeds is used here as natural_extract. Nigella seeds add flavor and may have health benefits, contributing to the salad's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Nigella Seeds
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Is Ginger Puree safe in this food?
Good
Ginger Puree is used here as natural_extract. Ginger puree adds flavor and may aid digestion, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Ginger Puree
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Is Sea Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Sea Salt is used here as base. Sea salt enhances flavor but excessive use can raise health concerns, particularly for sodium intake.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sea Salt
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Is Red Chilli Flakes safe in this food?
Good
Red Chilli Flakes is used here as natural_extract. Red chilli flakes add heat and flavor, contributing to the salad's overall taste profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Red Chilli Flakes
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Is Lemon Zest safe in this food?
Good
Lemon Zest is used here as natural_extract. Lemon zest adds a fresh citrus flavor, enhancing the overall taste and aroma of the salad.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Lemon Zest
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Is Cayenne Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Cayenne Pepper is used here as natural_extract. Cayenne pepper adds heat and flavor, contributing to the salad's overall taste experience.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Cayenne Pepper
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Is Turmeric safe in this food?
Good
Turmeric is used here as natural_extract. Turmeric adds color and may have anti-inflammatory properties, enhancing the salad's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Turmeric
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Is Ginger safe in this food?
Good
Ginger is used here as natural_extract. Ginger adds flavor and may aid digestion, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Ginger
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: 3954269
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