Velveeta

Velveeta

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Target diet: Vegan

Velveeta · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 3 more.

  • milk
  • whey
  • cheese
  • Milk (allergen data)

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

enriched macaroni productwheat flourniacinferrous sulfate [ironriboflavin [vītamin b2folic acidcheese saucewhey

What we checked

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

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
330.4 kcal
Fat
10.7 g
Saturated fat
2.7 g
Carbohydrates
43.8 g
Sugars
3.6 g
low
Protein
11.6 g
Salt
1.9 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)

enriched macaroni product (wheat flour, niacin, ferrous sulfate [iron], thiamin mononitrate [vitamin b1), riboflavin [vītamin b2], folic acid), cheese sauce (whey, canola oil, cheddar cheese [milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes], whey protein concentrate, milk, milk protein concentrate, sodium phosphate, contains less than 2% of salt, lactic acid, sodium alginate, sorbic acid as a preservative, oleoresin paprika (color], enzymes, cheese culture, annatto extract (côlor], milkfat, natural flavor). uce contains: wheat, milk. kraft heinz foods company chicago, il 60601 kraftheinz this product is

Detailed analysis: why is Velveeta not vegan?

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

  • milk
  • whey
  • cheese
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: enriched macaroni product (wheat flour, niacin, ferrous sulfate [iron], thiamin mononitrate [vitamin b1), riboflavin [vītamin b2], folic acid), cheese sauce (whey, canola oil, cheddar cheese [milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes], whey protein concentrate, milk, milk protein concentrate, sodium phosphate, contains less than 2% of salt, lactic acid, sodium alginate, sorbic acid as a preservative, oleoresin paprika (color], enzymes, cheese culture, annatto extract (côlor], milkfat, natural flavor). uce contains: wheat, milk. kraft heinz foods company chicago, il 60601 kraftheinz this product is. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Velveeta contains 330.4 calories per 100g, with 11.6g of protein, 10.7g of fat, and 43.8g of carbohydrates (3.6g 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 Velveeta Vegan?

No, Velveeta is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, whey, cheese and others.

Does Velveeta contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: enriched macaroni product (wheat flour, niacin, ferrous sulfate [iron], thiamin mononitrate [vitamin b1), riboflavin [vītamin b2], folic acid), cheese...

What are the nutritional facts of Velveeta?

Velveeta contains 330.4 calories per 100g, with 11.6g of protein, 43.8g of carbohydrates, and 10.7g of fat.

How much sugar is in Velveeta?

Velveeta lists 3.6 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 Velveeta ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat Velveeta on a Vegan diet?

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