Non Dairy Cheddar Cheese Shreds, 8 OZ
What You Should Know
You'd spot this in the refrigerated plant-based cheese aisle at Whole Foods, a grab for nachos, mac-and-cheese, or quick weeknight melts. It delivers a familiar, indulgent cheddar-like comfort without dairy. The short ingredient list of highly refined coconut oil, modified starches and natural flavors signals an engineered texture and meltability typical of ultra-processed formulations.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
WATER, HIGHLY, REFINED, COCONUT, OIL, CORNSTARCH, MODIFIED, POTATO, STARCH, MODIFIED, TAPIOCA, STARCH, SEA, SALT, NATURAL, FLAVORS, COLOR, (PAPRIKA, EXTRACT,, BETA-CAROTENE), OLIVE, EXTRACT..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •highly refined coconut oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •paprika extract - Artificial coloring
- •beta-carotene - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains industrial ingredients and additives (highly refined oils, modified starches, natural flavors) and is formulated to mimic cheese, fitting the NOVA definition of ultra-processed foods.
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Common Questions about Non Dairy Cheddar Cheese Shreds, 8 OZ
Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, can't it? These shreds are low in sugar and free of added sugars and artificial sweeteners, which is a plus. However, they're not particularly high in protein or fiber, so if you're looking for something to bulk up your meals, you might want to pair them with other ingredients.