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Boursin Garlic And Herb Bites
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Boursin Garlic And Herb Bites

Boursin
4.23 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
180mg
Sodium
20
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Boursin Garlic And Herb Bites are a small-format, refrigerated soft cheese marketed as an easy, slightly indulgent appetizer. You’ll usually find the 4.23 oz tubs in the refrigerated cheese or deli aisle, shelved near other specialty spreads, cream cheeses, soft chèvres and packaged charcuterie — often spotted beside crackers or pre-cut fruit for entertaining. These bite-sized rounds fit into quick grocery trips for entertaining or last-minute substitutions for a cheese board: think weekend brunches, wine-and-cheese nights, or casual game-day spreads. Boursin’s brand positioning leans on French-inspired indulgence and entertaining ease, aimed at adults who enjoy hosting with minimal fuss; packaging and copy emphasize savory gourmet flavor rather than kid-friendly or diet messaging. Labels generally highlight simple-sounding ingredients like “pasteurized cultured milk and cream” and herbs, creating a mild “natural” halo, but the product is not typically organic and does not carry child-focused graphics. In plain terms, the product is a processed dairy spread: cultured milk and cream flavored with herbs and a small amount of modified starch to stabilize texture. Sensory notes: soft, creamy and spreadable with a rich, tangy dairy base, speckled with parsley and chives and a noticeable garlic bite; mouthfeel is smooth with a slight body from the starch. Packaging is a small, resealable tub or foil-sealed tray of individual bites that encourages the ritual of popping a bite onto a cracker, spreading with a knife, or adding to a charcuterie board for easy, shareable snacking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 10.0
Servings per Container: 4
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat12g15%
Saturated Fat8g40%
Cholesterol35mg12%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Total Sugars1g
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

Pasteurized, Cultured, Milk, and, Cream,, Less, than, 2%, of, Each:, Salt,, Granulated, Garlic,, Modified, Food, Starch,, White, Pepper,, Parsley,, Chives..

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?

Made mainly from pasteurized cultured milk and cream with herbs and a small amount of modified food starch, this is a processed dairy product rather than an unprocessed whole food. The simple ingredient list and presence of a stabilizing additive align it with NOVA group 3 (processed foods) rather than fully ultra-processed formulations.

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Common Questions about Boursin Garlic And Herb Bites

The term 'healthy' can be subjective, but Boursin Garlic and Herb Bites can be a tasty addition to a balanced diet. With 120 calories and only 1 gram of carbs per serving, they’re a nice option for a savory snack. Just keep in mind that they’re not high in protein or fiber, so they’re best enjoyed as part of a more substantial meal or snack.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
movie-night

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