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Chipotle Cheddar Veggie Burger, 12 OZ
meat/meat-alternatives
📊 NOVA 4🌿 Organic

Chipotle Cheddar Veggie Burger, 12 OZ

Actual Veggies
Available at Whole Foods
170
Calories
13g
Protein
3g
Sugars
310mg
Sodium
8g
Fiber
45
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find this in the refrigerated or frozen plant-based section or grab it for a quick weeknight burger, cookout, or lazy weekend meal. It gives a wholesome-but-indulgent vibe—smoky chipotle and melty cheddar for comfort with a vegetable-forward twist. The formed patty, use of pea protein and pasteurized cheese, and packaged spice blend point to industrial formulation that creates a uniform meaty texture and consistent flavor, consistent with ultra-processed production.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 BURGER
Servings per Container: 4
Calories170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium310mg13%
Total Carbohydrate19g7%
Dietary Fiber8g29%
Total Sugars3g
Protein13g
* 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

BLACK, BEAN, CARROT, ORGANIC, WHITE, CHEDDAR, (PASTEURIZED, ORGANIC, MILK,, SALT, (YPS, FREE),, CHEESE, CULTURE,, (NON-ANIMAL), ENZYME), PARSNIP, OAT, PEA, PROTEIN, ONION, QUINOA, RED, PEPPER, CHICKPEA, FLOUR, AVOCADO, OIL, OVATA, SEED, LEMON, JUICE, SPICE, BLEND, (KOSHER, SALT,, CHIPOTLE, POWDER,, GARLIC, POWDER,, CUMIN,, ONION, POWDER,, BLACK, PEPPER).

Flagged Ingredients:

  • avocado oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This is a formulated, ready-to-cook meat analogue using processed ingredients (pea protein, pasteurized cheese, spice blend) and industrial structuring to achieve a consistent patty texture and flavor; despite recognizable ingredients, the level of processing and formulation aligns with NOVA 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Chipotle Cheddar Veggie Burger, 12 OZ

The Chipotle Cheddar Veggie Burger can certainly be considered a healthy option, especially if you're looking for a protein-packed, fiber-rich alternative to traditional meat burgers. With 13 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber per serving, it's a great choice for a filling meal. Just remember, 'healthy' can vary based on your dietary needs and preferences!

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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$7.99
per package