Tri Color Rotini
by Ahold Usa
A reasonably clean enriched pasta made with durum wheat and natural vegetable colorings. The enrichment adds important B vitamins and iron, while tomato and spinach provide natural color without artificial additives.
- Durum Wheat Semolina – safe · High-protein wheat variety that creates firm pasta texture. Refined grain with moderate glycemic impact but good protein content.
- Iron (Ferrous Sulfate) – beneficial · Essential mineral fortification that replaces iron lost during grain processing. Important for preventing anemia.
- Niacin – beneficial · B vitamin (B3) essential for energy metabolism and nervous system function. Required enrichment in refined grains.
- Thiamin Mononitrate – beneficial · B vitamin (B1) critical for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. Synthetic but bioavailable form.
- Riboflavin – beneficial · B vitamin (B2) important for energy production and cellular function. Standard enrichment nutrient.
- Folic Acid – beneficial · B vitamin essential for DNA synthesis and preventing birth defects. Mandatory fortification in refined grains.
- Tomato Solids – beneficial · Natural vegetable powder providing red color and trace lycopene antioxidants. Clean alternative to artificial coloring.
- Dried Spinach – beneficial · Dehydrated leafy green providing natural green color and trace vitamins. Much better than synthetic dyes.
Simple, clean ingredient list
Natural vegetable colorings instead of artificial dyes
Proper vitamin and mineral enrichment
No preservatives or artificial additives
Good source of plant-based protein from durum wheat
Refined grain with reduced fiber content
Moderate glycemic impact
Potential pesticide residues in conventional wheat
Less nutritious than whole grain alternatives
Contains gluten - unsuitable for celiac disease
About This Analysis
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Category: Pasta & Grains