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Tofurky Smoked Deli Ham Slices
Produce
📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

Tofurky Smoked Deli Ham Slices

Tofurky
5.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
13g
Protein
1g
Sugars
290mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
46
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Tofurky Smoked Deli Ham Slices (5.50 oz) sit in the refrigerated plant-based deli case, often shelved alongside other vegan lunch meats, tofu packages, refrigerated veggie burgers and near the conventional sliced meats and cheeses so shoppers can easily compare. You’ll spot it on everyday grocery runs and targeted trips: back-to-school lunch shopping, quick weekday sandwich runs, picnic or road‑trip stops, and game‑day snack prep. The brand leans into ethical, animal‑free eating — Tofurky evokes environmentally conscious, cruelty‑free values and appeals to vegetarians, vegans, flexitarians and families trying to reduce meat. Packaging and label cues play to that audience: bold “plant‑based” or “vegan” positioning, mentions of natural smoke flavor and simple ingredient names like tofu and wheat gluten, creating a health halo even though the product is a processed alternative; there’s usually no USDA organic badge on this SKU. In plain terms it’s a ready‑to‑use, processed deli alternative: slices are thin, moist and slightly springy with a chewy, meatlike bite, mild smoky saltiness, and a touch of sweetness; many shoppers layer them into sandwiches, heat briefly in a skillet, or roll them on crackers with mustard and pickles. The package is a small vacuum-sealed plastic pouch that’s easy to open and reseal, reinforcing convenience rituals — grab, slice, stack, go. Nutrition cues are straightforward on the front: low‑calorie portrayal and plant-based claims, while the ingredient list shows gums, binders and flavorings typical of deli-style meat analogs. It fits squarely into modern American grocery culture as a convenient, familiar substitute for deli ham with an eco‑friendly story.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 5
Servings per Container: 3
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3.5g4%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium290mg13%
Total Carbohydrate4g1%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein13g
* 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

Water,, Vital, Wheat, Gluten,, Tofu, (Water,, Soybeans,, Magnesium, Chloride,, Calcium, Chloride),, Expeller, Pressed, Canola, Oil,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of, Granulated, Garlic,, Sea, Salt,, Spices,, Cane, Sugar,, Natural, Flavors,, Natural, Smoke, Flavor,, Color, (Lycopene,, Purple, Carrot, Juice),, Oat, Fiber,, Carrageenan,, Dextrose,, Konjac,, Potassium, Chloride,, Xanthan, Gum..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Lycopene - Artificial coloring
  • Purple Carrot Juice - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo 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?

This is an ultra-processed plant-based deli product containing isolates, gums (carrageenan, xanthan), added flavors, and other industrial ingredients rather than whole foods, consistent with NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Tofurky Smoked Deli Ham Slices

The healthiness of Tofurky's Smoked Deli Ham Slices really depends on your dietary goals. With 13 grams of protein and only 100 calories per serving, it can be a solid option for those looking to boost their protein intake without loading up on calories. Just keep in mind that it’s not the most nutrient-dense choice out there, so consider it part of a balanced diet rather than a health food in itself.

Perfect For

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meal-prep-sunday
game-day-prep

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