
Traditional Falafel, 9 OZ
What You Should Know
You'd spot Afia Traditional Falafel in the refrigerated or frozen prepared foods aisle as an easy Mediterranean-style grab for a quick lunch, snack, or weeknight dinner. It gives off a wholesome, comforting vibe—like a homemade falafel shortcut that nods to takeout nostalgia. The ingredient list is mostly recognizable whole items (garbanzo beans, herbs, oil) and a simple leavening agent, so the texture expectations (soft chickpea interior, crisped exterior when heated) and lack of industrial additives point to a processed ready-to-eat product rather than a heavily ultra-processed formulation.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
GARBANZO, BEANS, WATER, SUNFLOWER, OIL, ONION*, SALT, CILANTRO*, CUMIN, PARSLEY*, BAKING, SODA, GARLIC*, CAYENNE, PEPPER.
Flagged Ingredients:
- •sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Food
Why this score?
Made from recognizable whole ingredients (garbanzo beans, herbs, sunflower oil, salt) with only baking soda as a processing aid and sold as a ready-to-eat/reheat product, which fits NOVA group 3 (processed) rather than NOVA 4 ultra-processed.
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Common Questions about Traditional Falafel, 9 OZ
The traditional falafel from Afia is a pretty decent option if you’re looking for a snack or appetizer. At 90 calories per serving, it's relatively low in calories and doesn’t contain any added sugars or preservatives. However, with 450 mg of sodium per serving, it's best enjoyed in moderation, especially if you're watching your salt intake.
