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Lloyds BBQ Pork Tub
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Lloyds BBQ Pork Tub

LLOYD'S
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
200
Calories
14g
Protein
21g
Sugars
940mg
Sodium
83
Ingredients

What You Should Know

LLOYD'S BBQ Pork Tub is a ready-to-eat, fully cooked 16 oz plastic tub you’d typically find in the refrigerated prepared foods case or near the deli and rotisserie chickens, alongside packaged shredded chicken, pulled beef tubs, and jarred barbecue sauces. It reads as an easy weeknight or party shortcut—grab-and-go for tailgates, casual family dinners, or picnic spreads. The brand leans into classic American BBQ nostalgia: value-minded, family-focused, and positioned for shoppers who want the flavor of backyard barbecue without the time investment. Packaging and label language emphasize convenience and flavor—“Fully Cooked,” “Seasoned and Shredded,” and “Natural Smoke Flavoring”—which can create a mild “natural” halo despite the presence of sweeteners and preservatives; there’s no organic certification or explicit health claims. The tub’s contents are glossy, saucy shredded pork in a sweet-tangy sauce (tomato puree, high fructose corn syrup, brown sugar, molasses) with a smoky aroma from flavorings and paprika. Texturally it’s tender, stringy pork fibers suspended in viscous sauce; reheating is simple—microwave or warm in a skillet—and ritualistically it’s spooned onto buns for sloppy sandwiches, layered into tacos, or spooned over rice for quick meals. In plain terms, this is a highly processed, shelf-stable refrigerated convenience product with multiple flavor and preservative additives to maintain color, texture, and safety. It’s most at home in casual, comfort-driven eating occasions where speed and familiar BBQ flavor trump from-scratch preparation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories200
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Cholesterol45mg15%
Sodium940mg41%
Total Carbohydrate21g8%
Total Sugars21g
Added Sugars21g42%
Protein14g
* 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

Fully, Cooked Ingredients:, Cooked, Seasoned, Pork, (Pork,, Water,, Hydrolyzed, Soy, Protein,, Salt,, Sodium, Phosphates),, Tomato, Puree, (Water,, Tomato, Paste),, High, Fructose, Corn, Syrup,, Vinegar,, Brown, Sugar,, Contains, 2%, or, less, of, Molasses,, Modified, Cornstarch,, Salt,, Caramel, Color,, Paprika,, Spices,, Natural, Smoke, Flavoring,, Cultured, Dextrose,, Flavoring,, Potassium, Sorbate, (Preservative),, Sodium, Diacetate,, Sodium, Benzoate,, Yeast, Extract,, Maltodextrin,, Erythorbic, Acid, (To, Maintain, Color),, Nisin, Preparation, (Salt,, Nisin),, Tamarind, Extract, (Contains, Corn, Syrup,, Prune, Juice, Concentrate,, Extract, of, Tamarind,, Water,, Tartaric, Acid,, Caramel, Color,, Citric, Acid,, Molasses). Contains:, Soy..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No 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 (high fructose corn syrup, hydrolyzed soy protein, preservatives, modified cornstarch, colorings, flavorings) and is a ready-to-eat formulated product, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed).

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Common Questions about Lloyds BBQ Pork Tub

The term 'healthy' can be pretty subjective, right? Lloyd's BBQ Pork Tub packs a solid punch of protein (14g per serving), which is great for muscle maintenance and gives you a satisfying meal. However, it also has a hefty dose of sodium (940mg) and added sugars (21g), so while it can fit into a balanced diet, it might not be your go-to for everyday meals if you're watching those numbers.

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