Sweet Sesame Tofu
What You Should Know
You'd spot this in the refrigerated prepared foods or grab-and-go case at Whole Foods as a ready-to-eat, protein-forward item for lunch or a quick dinner. It gives a wholesome, health-minded yet slightly indulgent vibe — Asian-inspired flavors with sesame and teriyaki for an accessible, comforting bite. The mix of fresh-style tofu and industrially formulated sauces (xanthan gum, modified food starch, phosphoric acid) explains the smooth, stable texture and signals ultra-processed elements despite some minimally processed ingredients.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Tofu, (water,, soybeans,, calcium, sulfate,, calcium, chloride), Expeller, Pressed, Canola, Oil, Sesame, Ginger, Vinaigrette, (expeller, pressed, sunflower, seed, oil,, rice, vinegar,, soy, sauce, [water,, soybeans,, wheat,, salt],, sesame, seed, oil,, water,, ginger,, ginger, juice,, cane, sugar,, garlic, powder,, sesame, seeds,, cayenne, pepper,, kosher, salt,, xanthan, gum), Teriyaki, Sauce, (sugar,, soy, sauce, [water,, soybeans,, wheat,, salt],, water,, rice, vinegar,, salted, sake, [water,, rice,, koji, (aspergillus, oryzae),, salt],, modified, food, starch,, ginger,, contains, less, than, 2%, of, salt,, sesame, seeds,, sesame, oil,, onion, powder,, garlic, powder,, phosphoric, acid,, and, xanthan, gum., contains:, sesame,, soybeans,, wheat), Green, Onion, Organic, Agave, Nectar, Organic, Expeller, Pressed, Unrefined, Sesame, Seed, Oil, Organic, White, Sesame, Seeds..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •canola oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •sunflower seed oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •sesame seed oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Although the tofu is minimally processed, the product combines ready-to-eat formulations and industrial additives (xanthan gum, modified food starch, phosphoric acid) in sauces and stabilizers, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).
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Common Questions about Sweet Sesame Tofu
Sweet Sesame Tofu can be considered healthy in the context of a balanced diet. With 14 grams of protein and 4 grams of fiber per serving, it’s a great option for those looking to add plant-based protein to their meals. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your dietary goals, so consider how it fits into your overall meal plan.