Cheese Ravioli
by Perfect Pasta
A moderately processed pasta with decent quality cheese ingredients but contains seed oils and refined grains. Better than many frozen options but not clean enough for regular consumption.
- Durum Wheat Flour – controversial · Refined wheat flour that's been stripped of fiber and nutrients, then artificially re-enriched. Higher protein than regular wheat but still causes blood sugar spikes.
- Iron (Ferrous Sulfate) – safe · Synthetic iron added to replace nutrients lost in processing. Generally safe though less bioavailable than naturally occurring iron.
- Niacin – safe · B-vitamin added back to enriched flour. Essential nutrient that's well-tolerated.
- Thiamin – safe · B-vitamin (B1) added to replace what's lost in flour processing. Essential for energy metabolism.
- Riboflavin – safe · B-vitamin (B2) used in flour enrichment. Important for cellular energy production.
- Folic Acid – safe · Synthetic form of folate added to prevent birth defects. Generally beneficial though some prefer natural folate.
- Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese – beneficial · High-quality protein and calcium source. Made from whole milk provides good nutritional value.
- Sweet Whey – beneficial · Protein-rich byproduct of cheese making. Contains beneficial amino acids and minerals.
- Whole Milk – beneficial · Good source of protein, calcium, and fat-soluble vitamins. Full-fat dairy is preferable to low-fat versions.
- Sweet Cream – beneficial · Natural dairy fat that provides satiety and fat-soluble vitamins.
- Culture – beneficial · Beneficial bacteria used in cheese making that may support gut health.
- Vinegar – safe · Natural preservative and flavor enhancer with no health concerns.
- Salt – safe · Essential mineral used for flavor and preservation in reasonable amounts.
- Water – safe · Essential ingredient for pasta dough formation.
- Whole Egg – beneficial · High-quality complete protein with essential amino acids and nutrients.
- Romano Cheese – beneficial · Aged hard cheese providing protein, calcium, and sharp flavor.
- Pasteurized Cow's Milk – safe · Heat-treated milk that's safe but has reduced beneficial enzymes compared to raw milk.
- Cheese Cultures – beneficial · Beneficial bacteria that create cheese flavor and may support digestive health.
- Enzymes – safe · Natural proteins that help coagulate milk into cheese. Generally safe.
- Powdered Cellulose – controversial · Wood pulp derivative used as anti-caking agent. Generally safe but unnecessary filler ingredient.
- Yellow Corn Flour – safe · Ground corn used in flour blend, likely from conventional corn which may contain glyphosate residues.
- Wheat Flour – controversial · Refined flour component that contributes to blood sugar spikes and inflammation.
- Soybean Oil – dangerous · Highly processed omega-6 rich oil that promotes inflammation and is often from GMO soybeans.
- Extractives of Turmeric – beneficial · Natural coloring from anti-inflammatory spice turmeric.
- Extractives of Paprika – safe · Natural coloring from paprika peppers, provides some antioxidants.
- Parmesan Cheese – beneficial · Aged hard cheese rich in protein, calcium, and umami flavor compounds.
- Pasteurized Part-Skim Cow's Milk – safe · Lower fat milk that's been heat-treated. Safe but less nutritious than whole milk.
- Bread Crumbs – controversial · Processed wheat product that adds refined carbohydrates and texture.
- Sugar – controversial · Added sugar in bread crumbs contributes to blood sugar spikes though amount is minimal.
- Canola Oil – dangerous · Highly processed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids that promotes inflammation and oxidative stress.
- Yeast – safe · Natural leavening agent used in bread crumbs, provides B vitamins.
- Parsley – beneficial · Herb rich in vitamins A, C, and K plus antioxidants.
- Half & Half – safe · Dairy product providing moderate fat content and dairy nutrients.
- Cream – beneficial · High-fat dairy providing satiety and fat-soluble vitamins.
- Black Pepper – beneficial · Spice with anti-inflammatory compounds and digestive benefits.
Real whole milk cheeses provide quality protein and calcium
No artificial preservatives or flavors
Contains beneficial herbs and spices
Minimal additive count
Contains inflammatory seed oils (soybean and canola)
Made with refined wheat flour
Powdered cellulose as unnecessary filler
Likely contains pesticide residues from conventional ingredients
About This Analysis
This ingredient analysis for Cheese Ravioli was performed by Truelabel, an AI-powered food scanner that grades products from A (excellent) to F (failing) based on ingredient quality. The analysis covers seed oil content, ultra-processed ingredients, preservatives, artificial colors, allergens, and potential health risks including cancer risk, hormonal disruption, and gut irritation scores.
Category: Pasta & Grains