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Original Mini Beef Stick 16 Count, 8 OZ
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Original Mini Beef Stick 16 Count, 8 OZ

COUNTRY ARCHER
Available at Whole Foods
45
Calories
4g
Protein
200mg
Sodium
35
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot these mini beef sticks in the snack aisle, grab-and-go cooler, or the gas-station display—perfect for road trips, lunchboxes, or a quick protein hit after a hike. They give a nostalgic, savory jerky vibe and feel convenient and practical, with a chewy, uniform texture that suggests industrial processing. The ingredient list (encapsulated citric acid, cultured celery powder, colored beef collagen casing and added water) points to additives and manufacturing steps used to stabilize, flavor, and shape the product.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 STICK
Servings per Container: 16
Calories45
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3g4%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium200mg9%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein4g
* 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

GRASS-FED, BEEF, WATER, SEA, SALT, ENCAPSULATED, CITRIC, ACID, CULTURED, CELERY, POWDER, (CELERY, POWDER,, SEA, SALT), DEHYDRATED, GARLIC, RED, PEPPER, BLACK, PEPPER, CHERRY, POWDER, CORIANDER, ONION, POWDER, WHITE, PEPPER, GROUND, NUTMEG, PARSLEY, COLORED, BEEF, COLLAGEN, CASING..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Ready-to-eat meat sticks contain multiple industrial additives and processing aids (encapsulated citric acid, cultured celery powder, colored beef collagen casing, added water) and are formulated for shelf-stability and uniform texture, consistent with NOVA 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Original Mini Beef Stick 16 Count, 8 OZ

The Mini Beef Stick can definitely fit into a healthy snack rotation, especially if you're looking for a protein boost without the sugar. With only 45 calories and 4 grams of protein per stick, it’s a great option for a low-carb or keto-friendly snack. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your dietary goals!

Perfect For

road-trip
game-day-prep
post-workout
back-to-school

Vibe:

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$14.99
per package