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French Mirepoix Instant Lentils, 2.01 OZ
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French Mirepoix Instant Lentils, 2.01 OZ

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Available at Whole Foods
200
Calories
12g
Protein
4g
Sugars
460mg
Sodium
6g
Fiber
30
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find this little packet in the instant soups/dry legumes aisle or tossed into a backpack for a fast camping meal — ideal when you want a hot, savory bowl without babysitting a pot. It feels wholesome and comforting with a French-mirepoix vibe, but the 'instant' format, rice starch, yeast extract and citric acid reveal industrial processing that speeds rehydration and creates a consistent texture, hinting at ultra-processed characteristics.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 CONTAINER
Servings per Container: 1
Calories200
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0.5g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium460mg20%
Total Carbohydrate38g14%
Dietary Fiber6g21%
Total Sugars4g
Protein12g
* 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

LENTILS, DRIED, CARROTS, RICE, STARCH, DRIED, SHALLOTS, DRIED, LEEKS, COCONUT, SUGAR, SALT, YEAST, EXTRACT, SMOKED, PAPRIKA, LEMON, JUICE, POWDER, DRIED, CELERY, DEHYDRATED, GARLIC, FENNEL, SEED, PARSLEY, DEHYDRATED, ONION, CITRIC, ACID.

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Product includes industrial additives and flavoring agents (rice starch, yeast extract, citric acid) and is formulated for instant rehydration and uniform texture, which are hallmarks of ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).

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Common Questions about French Mirepoix Instant Lentils, 2.01 OZ

Absolutely! These lentils pack a nutritious punch with 12 grams of protein and 6 grams of fiber per serving. While 'healthy' can vary from person to person, if you're looking for a quick, wholesome meal option, these lentils are a great choice, especially when compared to more processed instant meals.

Perfect For

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back-to-school
storm-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

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$4.49
per package