Rice Pilaf with Orzo
The processing score reflects 38 ingredients, including modified ingredients, enriched flour or grain, emulsifiers or gums, plus 1 more we flag. The nutrition score reflects high sodium.
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Ingredients
33 listed · 6 flagged for reviewJASMINE RICE, ENRICHED RAINBOW ORZO PASTA (TOMATO ORZO, SPINACH ORZO, WHITE ORZO), NIACIN, IRON (FERROUS SULFATE), THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, YEAST EXTRACT, ONION POWDER, DEHYDRATED ONION, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, SEA SALT, GARLIC POWDER, SPICES, MALTODEXTRIN, CHICKEN FAT, SOY SAUCE, (SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT), DEHYDRATED GREEN ONION, DRIED CHICKEN MEAT, TAPIOCA MALTODEXTRIN, TURMERIC, SOYBEAN OIL, WHEY, CHICKEN BROTH, MODIFIED BUTTER OIL, DEHYDRATED BUTTER, SALT, NATURAL FLAVORS, BEEF GELATIN, GUAR GUM, ANNATTO, SILICON DIOXIDE (TO PREVENT CAKING).
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Rice Pilaf with Orzo scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Natural Flavors (Natural Flavors): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Stabilizers & Gums (Guar Gum): Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.
Within Rice & Grains, this product is more processed than about 99% of the 3,539 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 Rice Pilaf with Orzo'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.
- Synthetic VitaminsProcessing indicator
In this product: Niacin, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid.
Fortification often compensates for processing losses.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Iron (Ferrous Sulfate).
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Industrial FermentationProcessing indicator
In this product: Yeast Extract.
Industrial fermentation for additive production.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Sea Salt, Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Maltodextrin, Tapioca Maltodextrin.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Soybean Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Natural ColorsProcessing indicator
In this product: Annatto.
Natural sources but still indicate processing.
- Anti-Caking AgentsProcessing indicator
In this product: Silicon Dioxide (To Prevent Caking).
Common in powdered processed foods.
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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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