Is Uncle Ben's Broccoli Rice Au Gratin Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Uncle Ben's

Uncle Ben's Broccoli Rice Au Gratin is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Uncle Ben's. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Sugar affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like partially hydrogenated soybean oil and autolyzed yeast extract, which raise quality concerns. The presence of multiple cheese types and seasonings indicates a complex formulation.

Main concern

Partially hydrogenated soybean oil is a source of trans fats, raising health 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 whole grain parboiled brown rice, which adds fiber and nutrients.
  • Includes broccoli, providing some vegetable content.
  • Uses natural colorants like annatto and turmeric, which are preferable to synthetic options.

Concerns

  • Partially hydrogenated soybean oil is a source of trans fats, raising health concerns.
  • Autolyzed yeast extract may contain MSG, which some consumers prefer to avoid.
  • Presence of sugar and multiple cheese types indicates a higher processed nature.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.

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: 3238000

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Allergens detected: milk , wheat

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Frequently asked questions

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Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Uncle Ben's — Uncle Ben's Broccoli Rice Au Gratin 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.
Uncle Ben's — Uncle Ben's Broccoli Rice Au Gratin has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Uncle Ben's products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Uncle Ben's — Uncle Ben's Broccoli Rice Au Gratin has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
Our analysis notes: Contains whole grain parboiled brown rice, which adds fiber and nutrients.; Includes broccoli, providing some vegetable content.; Uses natural colorants like annatto and turmeric, which are preferable to synthetic options.. See the Pros section above.
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We detected: milk, wheat. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Partially hydrogenated soybean oil is a source of trans fats, raising health concerns.; Autolyzed yeast extract may contain MSG, which some consumers prefer to avoid.; Presence of sugar and multiple cheese types indicates a higher processed nature.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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.

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