Caramelized Walnuts, 3.53 OZ
What You Should Know
You'd find Mitica Caramelized Walnuts in the gourmet nuts aisle, on a holiday snack table, or tucked into a gift basket—an easy grab for brunch toppings, charcuterie boards, or an afternoon treat. The product reads indulgent and slightly nostalgic: sweet, crunchy, and comforting rather than health-focused. The shiny caramel coating and added sunflower oil and sugar signal straightforward confectionery processing that increases sweetness and crispness; ingredients suggest a processed snack rather than a highly industrialized ultra-processed formulation.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
WALNUTS, SUGAR, SUNFLOWER, OIL..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Food
Why this score?
Contains whole walnuts with added sugar and sunflower oil and no long list of industrial additives, so it's best classified as processed (NOVA 3): foods transformed by cooking/confectionery processes rather than formulations of industrial ingredients characteristic of NOVA 4.
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Common Questions about Caramelized Walnuts, 3.53 OZ
The caramelized walnuts can be considered a tasty treat rather than a health food. They offer a decent amount of protein and healthy fats from the walnuts, but they do have some added sugar. So, if you're looking for a wholesome snack, enjoy these in moderation, especially if you're balancing them with other nutritious options.