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Mexican Green Chile Instant Lentils, 2.01 OZ
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Mexican Green Chile Instant Lentils, 2.01 OZ

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Available at Whole Foods
200
Calories
12g
Protein
3g
Sugars
450mg
Sodium
7g
Fiber
28
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this single-serve pouch among instant soups and ready-to-eat dry mixes or pull it from the pantry when you want a quick, savory meal between tasks or on a trip. It reads practical and comforting with a Southwestern kick, but ingredients like rice starch, powdered lime and citric acid plus dehydrated flavorings hint at heavy industrial processing that gives a uniform, rehydrated texture typical of ultraprocessed foods.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 CONTAINER
Servings per Container: 1
Calories200
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium450mg20%
Total Carbohydrate38g14%
Dietary Fiber7g25%
Total Sugars3g
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, GREEN, BELL, PEPPERS, RICE, STARCH, LIME, JUICE, POWDER, SALT, DRIED, SHALLOTS, CUMIN, DEHYDRATED, GARLIC, DRIED, JALAPENOS, GREEN, CHILE, POWDER, CORIANDER, DRIED, CILANTRO, DRIED, SCALLIONS, 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?

This is an industrially formulated instant product containing additives (rice starch, lime juice powder, citric acid) and multiple dehydrated/processed flavorings rather than only minimally processed whole foods, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Mexican Green Chile Instant Lentils, 2.01 OZ

Absolutely! These lentils pack a punch with 12 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber per serving, making them a filling option. They’re low in sugar and free from artificial ingredients, so if you’re looking for a quick meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying, you’re in the right place.

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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$4.49
per package