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Violife Plant Based Smoked Provolone Slices
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📊 NOVA 4🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free

Violife Plant Based Smoked Provolone Slices

Violife
7.05 oz
Available at Foodtown
60
Calories
0g
Protein
180mg
Sodium
25
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Violife Plant Based Smoked Provolone Slices arrive on store shelves in the refrigerated vegan/dairy-alternative aisle, usually tucked alongside other plant-based cheeses, dairy-free deli slices and specialty refrigerated spreads. Shoppers scanning that section will see eye-catching "100% dairy-free" and "vegan" claims on glossy plastic packaging that stacks neat, uniform slices — a familiar ritual for anyone assembling a quick sandwich. This product suits quick weekday lunches, weekend brunches with a vegan twist, backyard burger nights, and game-day trays where meltability and convenience matter. Violife positions itself as an approachable, slightly indulgent alternative to dairy cheese: culturally tuned to lactose-intolerant consumers, vegans, flexitarians, and curious millennials/Gen Z buyers who want the comfort of classic provolone without animal ingredients. Marketing leans into simple joy and everyday moments, highlighting B12 fortification and flavor notes like smoke and creaminess; packaging leans modern and friendly rather than clinical. Label characteristics emphasize health-friendly cues — "dairy-free," "vegan," and added vitamin B12 — and use ingredients like sea salt and olive extract to suggest naturalness, but there is no organic certification on the ingredient list. In plain terms this is a highly processed, shelf-stable refrigerated product made from refined plant oils, modified starches, flavorings and colorants. Sensory notes: thin, pliable slices with a creamy mouthfeel from coconut oil, a gentle smoky aroma, and a semi-meltable texture ideal for sandwiches, burgers or grilled cheese. The ordinary ritual is simple: peel, place on bread or a patty, and enjoy a familiar cheesy experience without dairy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 10
Calories60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4.5g6%
Saturated Fat4g20%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate4g1%
Protein0g
* 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

Filtered, Water,, Coconut, Oil,, Food, Starch-Modified, (Potato, &, Corn),, Potato, Starch,, Salt, (Sea, Salt),, Smoke, Flavor, (Vegan, Sources),, Olive, Extract,, Beta, Carotene, (Color),, Vitamin, B12..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Coconut Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Beta Carotene - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo Additive

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The ingredient list is composed of industrially processed components (modified starches, refined coconut oil, flavorings, colorants and added vitamins), indicating ultraprocessing consistent with NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Violife Plant Based Smoked Provolone Slices

The Smoked Provolone Slices can be a tasty addition to your diet, especially if you're looking for a dairy-free option. With 60 calories per slice and low sugar content, they can fit into many eating plans. However, they are not particularly high in protein or fiber, so consider pairing them with other nutrient-dense foods for a more balanced meal.

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