Can you spot the ultraprocessed foods?

Take a virtual shopping trip to learn more about what's on grocery store shelves.

Alessi Breadsticks, Garlic
Snacks, Chips & Dips
📊 NOVA 3🥛 Dairy-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Alessi Breadsticks, Garlic

Alessi
4.40 oz
Available at Foodtown
50
Calories
2g
Protein
115mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
10
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Alessi Breadsticks, Garlic (4.4 oz) present as a small imported Italian snack that leans into heritage and simplicity. You’re most likely to spot the slim box on a supermarket shelf in the international/Italian foods aisle or grouped with crackers, crispbreads and antipasti accoutrements; specialty grocers may also display them near cheeses, cured meats and olive oils. The product is pitched for casual entertaining and everyday grazing — an easy appetizer with cheeses and dips, a crunchy garnish for soups and salads, or a pantry-stable snack for lunchboxes and picnics. Brand positioning emphasizes Old World authenticity and premium Mediterranean ingredients: the box highlights “Alessi Extra Virgin Olive Oil,” “Product of Italy” and a short origin story, appealing to shoppers who value imported provenance and culinary tradition more than novelty. Label characteristics create light health halos (extra virgin olive oil, simple ingredient list, imported/heritage positioning) but there are no organic, non-GMO, or kid-focused claims; packaging is understated rather than playful, targeting adult buyers. In plain terms, these are processed baked wheat snacks made from basic bakery ingredients — flour, yeast, oil, salt and seasonings — produced at scale and shelf-stable. Sensory notes: long, thin, golden-brown sticks with a delicate brittle snap, a dry, crumbly texture, a subtle olive-oil roundness and a gentle garlic lift; typically sold in a thin cardboard box with an inner sealed bag. Rituals include tearing a handful to accompany a cheese board, dipping alongside hummus or olive tapenade, or tucking into a lunch box for simple crunch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 sticks
Servings per Container: 9
Calories50
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0.5g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium115mg5%
Total Carbohydrate10g4%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Protein2g
* 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

Wheat, Flour,, Garlic,, Extra, Virgin, Olive, Oil,, Yeast,, Salt,, Malt..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from a short list of basic ingredients (wheat flour, yeast, olive oil, salt, garlic) and produced as a shelf-stable baked snack, it fits the 'processed foods' category rather than ultra‑processed products with industrial additives or formulations.

Daily Ritual

Can you Spot Ultraprocessed Foods? Play our Supermarket Game

Take a virtual shopping trip to learn more about what's on grocery store shelves.

Shopping in the supermarket oil aisle

Others also viewed

Common Questions about Alessi Breadsticks, Garlic

The garlic breadsticks are a tasty snack option, clocking in at just 50 calories per serving. They’re not loaded with added sugars or artificial ingredients, making them a decent choice for a quick bite. However, like all snacks, moderation is key—think of them as a fun addition to your snack rotation rather than a health powerhouse.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
movie-night

Vibe:

nostalgicauthenticconvenientwholesome
$NaN
per package