
Del Monte Pear Halves
What You Should Know
Del Monte Pear Halves (15 oz) are a familiar pantry staple found in the canned fruit aisle or on endcaps grouped with other fruit cups, canned peaches and fruit cocktail. Shelved alongside budget-friendly brands and seasonal fruit preserves, they sit near baking supplies and pie fillings as well as emergency-prep items. This product fits many shopping occasions: tossed into a back-to-school lunchbox, packed for a road trip as an easy snack, or bought during storm-prep runs for shelf-stable fruit. Del Monte positions itself as a multigenerational, family-friendly brand—nostalgic yet mainstream—targeting busy parents and shoppers seeking affordable, reliable staples rather than niche or premium buyers. Labels typically emphasize fruit content and convenience (“pear halves,” “in juice”), projecting a wholesome, natural halo; there’s usually no organic certification on basic SKUs and marketing leans on trust and recognition rather than health claims. The ingredient list—pears, water, pear juice concentrate—signals simple formulation; the fruit is peeled and canned, with concentrated juice used as a packing medium. In plain terms it’s a processed fruit product intended for safe long-term storage rather than fresh-eating. Sensory details: firm but yielding pear halves with a soft, slightly syrupy mouthfeel, tasting of fruit and added sweetness from concentrate; the metal can and printed label invite quick opening with a can opener and pouring into a bowl, making it part of small rituals like school lunches, quick desserts with whipped cream, or a simple side at family dinners. Overall, it lives at the intersection of convenience, affordability, and everyday American grocery habits.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Pears,, Water,, Pear, Juice, Concentrate..
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Food
Why this score?
Canning and the use of pear juice concentrate make this a processed food (NOVA 3): it’s prepared and preserved beyond minimal processing but lacks the industrial additives and reformulations typical of ultraprocessed (NOVA 4) products.
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Common Questions about Del Monte Pear Halves
Well, 'healthy' can be a bit of a personal label, right? These pear halves are a great source of natural sweetness, with minimal processing and no added sugars. At just 60 calories per half-cup serving, they can be a delightful addition to a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for something fruity without the guilt!
