Zatarain's, Black Beans and Rice
Processing Score
10.3Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
8/10Excellent
The processing score reflects 27 ingredients, including artificial flavoring, corn syrup, modified ingredients, plus 1 more we flag. The nutrition score reflects high sodium.
Nutrition Highlights
Little Or No Cholesterol ListedGood Protein SourceGood Fiber Source
Nutrient Alerts
High Sodium
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
071429012745
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size49 g
Amount per serving
Calories
170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g
1%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 410mg
18%
Total Carbohydrate 36g
13%
Dietary Fiber 3g
11%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 5g
Calcium 40mg
3%
Iron 0.7mg
4%
* 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
18 listed · 5 flagged for reviewRICE, BLACK BEANS, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, POTATO, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SOY SAUCE (HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, SALT), SEA SALT, YEAST EXTRACT, ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT & MALT BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), GARLIC, CALCIUM STEARATE ADDED (TO MAKE FREE FLOWING), SPICES (INCLUDING RED PEPPER), TORULA YEAST, SALT, CARAMEL COLOR, DEXTROSE, DISTILLED VINEGAR, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR (INCLUDING NATURAL HICKORY SMOKE FLAVOR).
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Zatarain's, Black Beans and Rice 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.
- Artificial Flavors (Natural And Artificial Flavor (Including Natural Hickory Smoke Flavor)): Synthetic flavors indicate industrial food production.
Within Boxed Dinners & Sides, this product is more processed than about 53% of the 4,145 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 Zatarain's, Black Beans and Rice'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.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Potassium Chloride.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Sea Salt, Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Industrial FermentationProcessing indicator
In this product: Yeast Extract, Torula Yeast.
Industrial fermentation for additive production.
- Anti-Caking AgentsProcessing indicator
In this product: Calcium Stearate Added (To Make Free Flowing).
Common in powdered processed foods.
- Natural ColorsProcessing indicator
In this product: Caramel Color.
Natural sources but still indicate processing.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Dextrose.
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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