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Aidells All Natural Artichoke & Garlic Sausage
Meat
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Aidells All Natural Artichoke & Garlic Sausage

AIDELLS
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
13g
Protein
650mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
30
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Aidells All Natural Artichoke & Garlic Sausage is a premium-style, fully cooked chicken sausage you’d find in the refrigerated prepared meats or gourmet sausage bay of a supermarket—usually near other fresh sausages, marinated chicken links, and artisanal deli items rather than next to frozen or canned goods. It reads like a Mediterranean-inspired convenience product: tender chicken studded with artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes and roasted garlic, stuffed in a natural pork casing and sold in a clear vacuum-sealed pack. This is the sort of item shoppers pick up for casual entertaining, quick weeknight dinners, or a weekend grill session—perfect for picnic-ready salads, orzo dishes, grilled pizzas or a tapas-style spread with olives and feta. Aidells positions itself as handcrafted and “all natural,” aimed at consumers who want interesting flavors without industrial-sounding additives; the branding leans toward foodies and health-conscious families who value ingredient transparency. The label emphasizes no artificial ingredients, no MSG, no added hormones and “no nitrites except those naturally occurring in celery powder,” and it is not labeled organic. In plain terms it’s a processed but minimally-embellished ready-to-eat sausage—fully cooked, sliced or grilled before serving. Sensory cues: plump, moist links with a snappy natural casing, savory herb-and-garlic aroma, chewy meat texture interrupted by soft artichoke pieces and tangy sun-dried tomato pockets. Packaging encourages quick prep rituals—heat, slice, toss into a salad or top a pizza—making it an appealing shortcut for home cooks seeking bold, Mediterranean flavors with minimal fuss.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 4
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat11g14%
Saturated Fat3g15%
Cholesterol75mg25%
Sodium650mg28%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
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

Chicken,, artichoke,, contains, 2%, or, less, of:, cultured, celery, powder,, garlic,, parsley,, roasted, garlic, (with, olive, oil),, salt,, sea, salt,, spice,, sun, dried, tomatoes., Stuffed, in, a, natural, pork, casing..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a processed meat product: made from whole-food ingredients (chicken, artichoke, garlic) but salt, cultured celery powder (a natural nitrite source), and other seasonings indicate industrial processing and preservation typical of NOVA 3.

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Common Questions about Aidells All Natural Artichoke & Garlic Sausage

Well, it depends on what 'healthy' means to you! With 13 grams of protein and only 150 calories per serving, it's a solid choice for a protein boost, especially if you're looking for something low in sugar. Just keep an eye on the sodium content, which is a bit higher at 650 mg per serving.

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