Large Beef Marinara Meatballs
What You Should Know
You'd spot these in the refrigerated prepared-foods or deli case at Whole Foods — a grab-and-heat option for weeknight pasta or an easy family dinner. They feel comforting and slightly upscale-homey, evoking classic spaghetti-and-meatballs with a convenient, ready-made vibe. The mostly recognizable ingredients (meat, tomatoes, herbs) plus a few additives for preservation and anti-caking and the formed uniform texture point to a processed prepared product rather than a homemade mix.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Ground, Beef, Marinara, Sauce, (tomatoes,, tomato, puree,, onions,, extra, virgin, olive, oil,, sea, salt,, basil,, garlic,, spices,, citric, acid), Onion, Liquid, Egg, (whole, eggs,, citric, acid, [citric, acid, added, to, preserve, color]), Bread, Crumbs, (unbleached, wheat, flour,, organic, cane, sugar,, yeast,, salt), Shredded, Parmesan, (pasteurized, milk,, cheese, cultures,, salt,, enzymes,, powdered, cellulose, [anti-caking]), Garlic, Olive, Oil, Parsley, Basil, Salt, Black, Pepper..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •extra virgin olive oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Food
Why this score?
Made from recognizable whole ingredients combined into a ready-to-heat formed product with a few additives (citric acid, powdered cellulose) and processing for shelf-life and texture, which fits the NOVA group 3 profile of processed foods rather than highly industrial ultra-processed products.
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Common Questions about Large Beef Marinara Meatballs
The beef marinara meatballs pack a protein punch with 14 grams per serving, making them a solid choice for a hearty meal. While they’re not high in fiber or low in fat, they can fit into a balanced diet, especially if you pair them with a colorful salad or some whole grain pasta. Remember, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your dietary needs and preferences!