Alfredo

Alfredo

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Target diet: Vegan

Alfredo · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 7 more.

  • milk
  • whey
  • cream
  • cheese
  • egg
  • egg yolk

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

milk

On the label

watersoybean oilcreamparmesan cheesepart-skim milkcheese culturessaltenzymes

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk, whey, cream
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
246 kcal
Fat
24.6 g
Saturated fat
8.2 g
high
Carbohydrates
5.5 g
Sugars
2.7 g
low
Fibre
0 g
Protein
2.7 g
Salt
2.2 g
high

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, low in sugars, high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

water, soybean oil, cream, parmesan cheese (part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), modified corn starch, enzymes modified egg yolk, whey, salt, romano cheese (pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), whey protein concentrate, xanthan gum, autolyzed yeast extract, disodium phosphate, garlic powder, spice, natural flavor,

Detailed analysis: why is Alfredo not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Alfredo is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • milk
  • whey
  • cream
  • cheese
  • egg
  • egg yolk
  • Eggs (allergen data)
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: water, soybean oil, cream, parmesan cheese (part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), modified corn starch, enzymes modified egg yolk, whey, salt, romano cheese (pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), whey protein concentrate, xanthan gum, autolyzed yeast extract, disodium phosphate, garlic powder, spice, natural flavor,. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Alfredo contains 246 calories per 100g, with 2.7g of protein, 24.6g of fat, and 5.5g of carbohydrates (2.7g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Alfredo Vegan?

No, Alfredo is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, whey, cream and others.

Does Alfredo contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: water, soybean oil, cream, parmesan cheese (part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), modified corn starch, enzymes modified egg yolk, whey, sa...

What are the nutritional facts of Alfredo?

Alfredo contains 246 calories per 100g, with 2.7g of protein, 5.5g of carbohydrates, and 24.6g of fat.

How much sugar is in Alfredo?

Alfredo lists 2.7 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Is Alfredo ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Alfredo is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Alfredo on a Vegan diet?

No, Alfredo is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.