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Oscar Mayer Beef Franks
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Oscar Mayer Beef Franks

Oscar Mayer
15 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
5g
Protein
1g
Sugars
360mg
Sodium
27
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Oscar Mayer Beef Franks arrive in the refrigerated hot dog and luncheon meat aisle, stacked with other frankfurters, packaged bacon and pre-cooked sausages — usually near condiments and buns to prompt a quick meal solution. The 15-ounce resealable plastic pack highlights a familiar, family-oriented branding and leans on classic American backyard imagery: quick grills, backyard barbecues, ballpark snacks and kid-friendly dinners. Ideal for game-day spreads, quick road-trip meals, or a casual weekend brunch, these pre-cooked beef franks are pitched as a convenient staple for busy shoppers seeking familiar comfort food. The label emphasizes “uncured” and “no artificial preservatives, colors or flavors,” and claims no added nitrates or nitrites except those naturally occurring in celery juice; there is no organic certification and no strong “natural” or health-food positioning beyond those statements. In plain terms, these are highly processed, pre-cooked meat products with added sweeteners, salts and functional additives to preserve texture and shelf life. Sensory details: the franks present a smooth, snappy casing bite with a tender, juicy interior and a straightforward beef-forward flavor with mild spice and smoky notes from paprika oleoresin and garlic. Eating rituals are simple — grill, pan-sear or toast over a fire, nest in a soft bun, and dress with mustard, ketchup, relish or chili; the resealable pouch supports reuse and portion control. Culturally, Oscar Mayer sits as a legacy mainstream brand targeting families and nostalgic adults who remember childhood hot dog moments while valuing convenience and affordability for everyday meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 10
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat12g15%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Trans Fat0.5g
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium360mg16%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Total Sugars1g
Protein5g
* 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

BEEF,, WATER,, DEXTROSE,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, SALT,, POTASSIUM, LACTATE,, CORN, SYRUP,, SODIUM, PHOSPHATE,, SODIUM, DIACETATE,, SODIUM, ASCORBATE,, DRIED, GARLIC,, PAPRIKA, OLEORESIN,, BLACK, PEPPER,, SODIUM, NITRITE..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium nitrite - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (corn syrup, phosphates, nitrite, sodium diacetate, preservatives) and is a pre-cooked, formulated meat product, consistent with ultra-processed foods in NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Oscar Mayer Beef Franks

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! These franks are relatively low in sugar and provide some protein, but they are also processed and contain sodium nitrite and corn syrup. If you're looking for an occasional treat at a barbecue or picnic, they can fit into a balanced diet, just don’t make them your main source of nutrition.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
road-trip
weekend-brunch

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