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365 by Whole Foods Market, Non-Dairy Parmesan Style Shreds, 5 Ounce
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📊 NOVA 4🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free

365 by Whole Foods Market, Non-Dairy Parmesan Style Shreds, 5 Ounce

365 by Whole Foods Market
Available at Whole Foods
20
Calories
0g
Protein
95mg
Sodium
23
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find this non-dairy parmesan-style shred in the refrigerated vegan/dairy-alternative section or grabbed quickly while stocking up for pasta, pizza, or salad toppings. It reads as a convenient, slightly indulgent substitute for grated cheese — aimed at plant-based or dairy-avoiding shoppers who want familiar textures without dairy. The ingredient list (highly refined coconut oil, multiple modified starches, natural flavors and stabilizers) and uniform shred texture reveal substantial industrial processing typical of ultra-processed foods.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 TBSP
Servings per Container: 20
Calories20
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium95mg4%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

WATER, HIGHLY, REFINED, COCONUT, OIL, POTATO, STARCH, MODIFIED, POTATO, STARCH, CORNSTARCH, SEA, SALT, RICE, STARCH, NATURAL, FLAVOR, GLUCONO, DELTA-LACTONE, OLIVE, EXTRACT, BETA-CAROTENE, (COLOR)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • coconut oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • beta-carotene - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Multiple refined ingredients (highly refined coconut oil), modified starches, additives like glucono delta-lactone and natural flavors indicate an industrial formulation designed to mimic cheese texture and flavor rather than using intact foods, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about 365 by Whole Foods Market, Non-Dairy Parmesan Style Shreds, 5 Ounce

The Non-Dairy Parmesan Style Shreds can be a decent addition to a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a dairy-free cheese alternative. With only 20 calories per tablespoon and no added sugars, they can fit into various eating styles. However, keep in mind that they lack protein and calcium, so they might not be your go-to for a nutrient-packed snack.

Perfect For

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game-day-prep
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

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$3.79
per package