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Is Veggie Rice Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Metro Chef

This page reviews Veggie Rice by Metro Chef as a food. Its current score is 85/100, suggesting that it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.

The composition of Veggie Rice includes water, rice, sunflower oil, and sea salt. The presence of natural ingredients supports a clean rating, indicating minimal processing.

85 / 100

Good quality

Why score is 85

The composition of Veggie Rice includes water, rice, sunflower oil, and sea salt. The presence of natural ingredients supports a clean rating, indicating minimal processing.

Main concern

The rice content is relatively low at 13%, which may limit its nutritional density.

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

  • Water serves as a base, ensuring hydration and a clean profile.
  • Rice is a staple grain, providing a source of carbohydrates without additives.
  • Sunflower oil is a natural fat, contributing to texture without synthetic components.
  • Sea salt enhances flavor naturally, avoiding artificial flavoring agents.

Concerns

  • The rice content is relatively low at 13%, which may limit its nutritional density.
  • Sunflower oil, while natural, is a refined oil that may raise concerns for some consumers.
  • Sea salt, though natural, can contribute to sodium intake if consumed in excess.
  • No additional vegetables or nutrients are included, which may limit its appeal as a veggie product.

Ingredients breakdown

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

  • Is Water safe in this food?

    Good

    Water is used here as base. Water is the primary ingredient, providing hydration and serving as a base for the product. Its presence indicates minimal processing.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Water

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Rice safe in this food?

    Good

    Rice is used here as base. Rice is a staple grain that provides carbohydrates. Its low percentage may limit the overall nutritional value of the product.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: rice

    Read the full ingredient profile for Rice

  • Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?

    Medium

    Sunflower Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower oil is a natural fat that contributes to the texture of the product. However, it is a refined oil, which may raise some quality concerns.

    Role in formula: emulsifier

    Original: sunflower oil

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sunflower Oil

  • Is Sea Salt safe in this food?

    Good

    Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is used to enhance flavor naturally. While it is a natural ingredient, excessive consumption can lead to high sodium intake.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: sea salt

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sea Salt

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: 3898901

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Metro Chef — Veggie Rice has a Zerotox safety score of 85 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Metro Chef products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: The rice content is relatively low at 13%, which may limit its nutritional density.; Sunflower oil, while natural, is a refined oil that may raise concerns for some consumers.; Sea salt, though natural, can contribute to sodium intake if consumed in excess.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Zerotox gives Metro Chef — Veggie Rice 85 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, rice, sea salt. See the Ingredients section above.
This product scores 85 / 100 with fewer concerning ingredients. See the Pros 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.
Our analysis notes: Water serves as a base, ensuring hydration and a clean profile.; Rice is a staple grain, providing a source of carbohydrates without additives.; Sunflower oil is a natural fat, contributing to texture without synthetic components.. See the Pros section above.
The composition of Veggie Rice includes water, rice, sunflower oil, and sea salt. The presence of natural ingredients supports a clean rating, indicating minimal processing. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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