Plant-Based Be'f Chili With Beans, 15 OZ
What You Should Know
You'd spot this Gardein Plant-Based Be'f Chili in the frozen or prepared-meals aisle (or on a pantry shelf) as a quick grab for a busy weeknight, game day, or storm kit. It gives a comforting, indulgent, slightly nostalgic vibe—an easy, meaty-feeling bowl without animal meat. The long ingredients list (textured soy protein concentrate, refined oils, emulsifiers, color and flavor additives) and stabilizers signal industrial processing that creates the uniform texture, long shelf life, and consistent flavor typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
WATER, PREPARED, PINTO, BEANS, (PINTO, BEANS,, WATER), TOMATO, PUREE, (WATER,, TOMATO, PASTE), TEXTURED, SOY, PROTEIN, CONCENTRATE, ROLLED, OATS, PALM, OIL, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF:, SPICES, SALT, NATURAL, FLAVORS, SUNFLOWER, LECITHIN, CARAMEL, COLOR, CANOLA, OIL, SUGAR, GARLIC, POWDER, ONION, YEAST, EXTRACT, ONION, POWDER, SPICE, EXTRACTIVES, INCLUDING, PAPRIKA, (COLOR), VINEGAR, POWDER, XANTHAN, GUM..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Palm Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Sunflower Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
- •Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains industrial ingredients and formulations—textured soy protein concentrate, refined palm/canola oils, emulsifiers (sunflower lecithin, xanthan gum), caramel color, natural flavors and added sugar—consistent with NOVA 4 ultra-processed products designed for texture, shelf life, and consistent flavor.
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Common Questions about Plant-Based Be'f Chili With Beans, 15 OZ
The Be'f Chili is a pretty solid option if you're looking for something hearty and filling. It packs a protein punch with 28 grams per can and boasts 21 grams of fiber, which can help keep you feeling full. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your dietary goals, so it's great for a protein boost, but not necessarily the lowest in sodium.