Original Deli Slices, 5.5 OZ
What You Should Know
You'd find this in the refrigerated vegan/vegetarian or deli section, grabbed for quick sandwiches, packed lunches, or a simple snack. It gives a nostalgic deli-slice vibe—meaty texture and familiar sandwich comfort—while marketing leans healthy because it's plant-based. The long ingredient list (vital wheat gluten, processed tofu, oils, and 'natural flavors') and factory-sliced uniform texture are hallmarks of ultraprocessing and align with a NOVA 4 profile.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
WATER, VITAL, WHEAT, GLUTEN, TOFU, (WATER,, SOYBEANS,, MAGNESIUM, CHLORIDE,, CALCIUM, CHLORIDE), SOY, SAUCE, (WATER,, SOYBEANS,, WHEAT,, SALT), EXPELLER, PRESSED, CANOLA, OIL, NATURAL, FLAVORS, SEA, SALT, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, ONION, CARROT, CELERY, GARLIC, LEEK, LEMON, JUICE, CONCENTRATE, CORNSTARCH, GARBANZO, BEAN, FLOUR, WHITE, BEAN, FLOUR, ROSEMARY, EXTRACT, CALCIUM, LACTATE, POTASSIUM, CHLORIDE..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains industrially processed components (vital wheat gluten, isolated tofu preparations), added oils and natural flavors, and is formulated to recreate a meat-like sliced texture—characteristics of ultraprocessed (NOVA 4) foods.
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Common Questions about Original Deli Slices, 5.5 OZ
The healthiness of Original Deli Slices really depends on your dietary needs and lifestyle. With 100 calories and 13 grams of protein per serving, they could be a solid option for a quick sandwich or snack, especially if you're looking for something low in sugar and cholesterol-free. However, it's always good to balance processed foods with whole, fresh ingredients for a well-rounded diet.