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Lightly Smoked Sardines In Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 4.23 OZ
pantry-essentials/canned-goods
📊 NOVA 3🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free🌿 Organic✨ Seed Oil Free

Lightly Smoked Sardines In Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 4.23 OZ

BELA
Available at Whole Foods
120
Calories
13g
Protein
120mg
Sodium
11
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find this tin tucked in the canned seafood aisle or stocked in a pantry for quick snacks, toast toppers, or camping rations — an easy grab for a savory boost. The vibe is practical and a bit nostalgic/wholesome, with extra virgin olive oil and natural smoke adding an indulgent, savory note; the simple ingredient list and canning suggest basic preservation that yields tender, oil-packed fish rather than heavily reformulated ultra-processed food.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 2
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium120mg5%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
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

SARDINES, ORGANIC, EXTRA, VIRGIN, OLIVE, OIL, SEA, SALT, NATURAL, SMOKE, FLAVOR..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a processed food: whole sardines preserved in extra virgin olive oil with sea salt and a natural smoke flavor. The ingredients are simple and recognizable and the product is canned rather than formulated with many industrial additives, consistent with NOVA group 3.

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Common Questions about Lightly Smoked Sardines In Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 4.23 OZ

Absolutely! These sardines are packed with protein (13 grams per serving) and are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are fantastic for heart health. Plus, they come in extra virgin olive oil, adding a dose of healthy fats. Just remember, what's 'healthy' can vary from person to person, but these little guys are a solid option for a nutritious snack or meal addition!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
storm-prep
road-trip
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

practicalnostalgicwholesomeconvenient
$4.29
per package