Alfredo pasta sauce

Alfredo pasta sauce

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Target diet: Vegan

Alfredo pasta sauce · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 7 more.

  • milk
  • whey
  • cream
  • butter
  • cheese
  • egg

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

Watercreamparmesan cheese blendcheese culturessaltenzymeslactic acidcitric acid

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
98.4 kcal
Fat
7.4 g
Saturated fat
3.3 g
Carbohydrates
4.9 g
Sugars
1.6 g
low
Fibre
0 g
Protein
1.6 g
Salt
1.6 g
high

Per 100 g this product is 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, cream, parmesan cheese blend (granular and parmesan cheese [pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes], water, salt, lactic acid, citric acid), cornstarch, egg yolks, contains 2% or less of: sherry cooking wine, butter, salt, romano cheese blend (granular and romano cheese [pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes], water, whey, salt), soybean oil, sugar, garlic*, spice, enzyme, gum arabic, guar gum, natural flavor.

Detailed analysis: why is Alfredo pasta sauce not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Alfredo pasta sauce 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
  • butter
  • cheese
  • egg
  • Eggs (allergen data)
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Water, cream, parmesan cheese blend (granular and parmesan cheese [pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes], water, salt, lactic acid, citric acid), cornstarch, egg yolks, contains 2% or less of: sherry cooking wine, butter, salt, romano cheese blend (granular and romano cheese [pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes], water, whey, salt), soybean oil, sugar, garlic*, spice, enzyme, gum arabic, guar gum, natural flavor.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Alfredo pasta sauce contains 98.4 calories per 100g, with 1.6g of protein, 7.4g of fat, and 4.9g of carbohydrates (1.6g 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 pasta sauce Vegan?

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

Does Alfredo pasta sauce contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Water, cream, parmesan cheese blend (granular and parmesan cheese [pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes], water, salt, lactic acid, citric...

What are the nutritional facts of Alfredo pasta sauce?

Alfredo pasta sauce contains 98.4 calories per 100g, with 1.6g of protein, 4.9g of carbohydrates, and 7.4g of fat.

How much sugar is in Alfredo pasta sauce?

Alfredo pasta sauce lists 1.6 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 pasta sauce ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat Alfredo pasta sauce on a Vegan diet?

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