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Lipton Soup Mix Noodle Soup, 2 Pack
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Lipton Soup Mix Noodle Soup, 2 Pack

Lipton
4.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
60
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
650mg
Sodium
57
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Lipton Soup Mix Noodle Soup (2-pack, 4.5 oz) is a shelf-stable boxed soup mix you’ll find in the supermarket soup and bouillon aisle near other dry soup mixes, instant noodles, and canned broths. Packaged in a small cardboard box with individual seasoning/noodle envelopes inside, it reads as a quick, budget-friendly solution for busy cooks. Occasions: it’s pulled from the pantry for a fast weeknight lunch, a college dorm staple, or as a comforting cup during cold-weather or storm-prep shopping. Brand positioning leans on long-standing familiarity—Lipton evokes mid‑century convenience and family kitchens, marketed to time-pressed parents, students, and retro-minded shoppers who value simple, warming meals. The label leans into a mild health halo with phrases like “real chicken flavor broth” and added vitamins and minerals, plus “natural flavors” listed on the ingredient panel, but it contains no organic certification and isn’t marketed as a health food or specifically for kids. Processing context: this is a highly processed, shelf-stable instant mix featuring engineered flavorings, hydrolyzed proteins, and texturizers. Sensory details: the dry mix combines fine powdery broth base, granular flavor packets, and small dried noodle pieces that rehydrate into a thin, savory broth with soft, slightly springy noodles; aroma is umami-forward with a savory, poultry-like scent boosted by MSG and yeast extract. Rituals around use are simple: empty into a pot or cup, add boiling water, stir, and let sit for a minute—often customized with added egg, vegetables, or crackers for extra comfort and substance.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 8
Calories60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Cholesterol10mg3%
Sodium650mg28%
Total Carbohydrate10g4%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein2g
* 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

Wheat, Flour,, Maltodextrin,, Salt,, Corn, Syrup, Solids,, Eggs,, Chicken, Fat,, Monosodium, Glutamate,, Chicken, Powder,, Hydrolyzed, Soy, Protein,, Cornstarch,, Disodium, Guanylate,, Disodium, Inosinate,, Natural, Flavors,, Yeast, Extract,, Parsley,, Chicken, Broth,, Turmeric, (for, Color),, Spices,, Gum, Arabic,, Hydrolyzed, Corn, Protein,, Hydrolyzed, Wheat, Protein,, Vitamins, and, Minerals:, Niacin,, Ferrous, Sulfate, (Iron),, Thiamin, Mononitrate, (Vitamin, B1),, Riboflavin, (Vitamin, B2),, Folic, Acid..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Monosodium Glutamate - Processed emulsifier
  • Disodium Guanylate - Synthetic preservative
  • Disodium Inosinate - Synthetic preservative
  • Turmeric - Artificial coloring
No EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (maltodextrin, corn syrup solids, MSG, hydrolyzed proteins, disodium guanylate/inosinate, natural flavors) and is a ready-to-reconstitute product, fitting the NOVA category for ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Lipton Soup Mix Noodle Soup, 2 Pack

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! While it’s low in sugar and calories, it’s also high in sodium, which might not be great for everyone, especially if you’re watching your salt intake. Think of it as a comforting quick meal rather than a health food — perfect for those cozy nights in!

Perfect For

back-to-school
storm-prep
quick-lunch

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