Protein Zesty Cajun
Processing Score
8.7Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
8/10Excellent
The processing score reflects 28 ingredients, including modified ingredients, emulsifiers or gums and natural flavoring. No nutrient exceeds our high thresholds.
Nutrition Highlights
Little Or No Cholesterol ListedGood Protein SourceGood Fiber Source
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
070560973168
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size312 g
Amount per serving
Calories
400
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g
6%
Saturated Fat 2g
10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 5mg
2%
Sodium 1220mg
53%
Total Carbohydrate 69g
25%
Dietary Fiber 26g
93%
Total Sugars 3g
Includes <1g Added Sugars
2%
Protein 20g
Vitamin D 0mcg
0%
Calcium 50mg
4%
Iron 5mg
28%
Potassium 770mg
16%
* 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
20 listed · 8 flagged for reviewLENTILS (LENTILS, WATER), SMALL RED BEANS (BEANS, WATER), PARBOILED BROWN RICE (WATER, RICE), ONIONS, GREEN PEPPERS, RED PEPPERS, WATER, SALT, UNSALTED BUTTER (PASTEURIZED CREAM, NATURAL FLAVORING), MALTODEXTRIN, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SUGAR, NATURAL BUTTER FLAVOR, XANTHAN GUM, EXTRACTIVES OF TURMERIC, PAPRIKA & ANNATTO, SOY LECITHIN, RED PEPPER, SPICES, GARLIC.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Protein Zesty Cajun scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Modified Starches (Modified Corn Starch): Chemical modification is a hallmark of UPF.
- Stabilizers & Gums (Xanthan Gum): Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.
- Emulsifiers (Soy Lecithin): Industrial emulsifiers indicate UPF.
Within Frozen Dinners, this product is more processed than about 37% of the 5,358 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Protein Zesty Cajun's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Maltodextrin, Sugar.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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