Cheese Ravioli Tricolor Striped Pasta Medium
by Perfect Pasta
A traditional cheese ravioli with quality ingredients including whole milk ricotta and real Romano/Parmesan cheeses. While made with enriched wheat flour and containing some processed elements, it's relatively clean with recognizable ingredients and minimal additives.
- DURUM WHEAT FLOUR – safe · High-protein wheat flour ideal for pasta making, though refined and enriched rather than whole grain
- IRON (FERROUS SULFATE) – beneficial · Essential mineral added to enrich refined flour, helps prevent iron deficiency
- NIACIN – beneficial · Vitamin B3 added for flour enrichment, essential for energy metabolism
- THIAMIN – beneficial · Vitamin B1 added for enrichment, crucial for nerve and muscle function
- RIBOFLAVIN – beneficial · Vitamin B2 for flour enrichment, important for cellular energy production
- FOLIC ACID – beneficial · Synthetic form of folate added for enrichment, crucial for DNA synthesis and preventing birth defects
- WHOLE MILK RICOTTA CHEESE – beneficial · High-quality cheese providing protein, calcium, and natural dairy nutrients
- SWEET WHEY – safe · Natural byproduct of cheese making, provides protein and lactose
- WHOLE MILK – beneficial · Nutrient-dense dairy providing complete proteins, vitamins, and minerals
- SWEET CREAM – safe · Natural dairy fat component adding richness and flavor to cheese
- CULTURE – beneficial · Beneficial bacteria cultures for cheese fermentation, may provide probiotic benefits
- VINEGAR – safe · Natural acid for cheese making and mild preservation
- SALT – safe · Essential mineral for flavor and food preservation
- WATER – safe · Essential component for pasta dough formation
- WHOLE EGG – beneficial · Complete protein source with all essential amino acids plus healthy fats
- ROMANO CHEESE – beneficial · Aged hard cheese providing intense flavor, protein, and calcium
- PASTEURIZED COW'S MILK – safe · Heat-treated milk for safety, maintains most nutritional value
- CHEESE CULTURES – beneficial · Beneficial bacteria for cheese aging and flavor development
- ENZYMES – safe · Natural proteins that aid cheese formation and texture
- POWDERED CELLULOSE – controversial · Wood pulp derivative used as anti-caking agent, generally safe but unnecessary processing aid
- FLOUR BLEND – safe · Combination flour for pasta coloring and texture
- YELLOW CORN FLOUR – safe · Ground corn providing natural yellow color and slight sweetness
- WHEAT FLOUR – safe · Standard flour component for pasta structure
- SOYBEAN OIL – controversial · Highly processed omega-6 rich oil that may contribute to inflammation when consumed regularly
- EXTRACTIVES OF TURMERIC – beneficial · Natural anti-inflammatory compound providing yellow color and potential health benefits
- EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA – beneficial · Natural antioxidant-rich extract providing red color and mild pepper flavor
- PARMESAN CHEESE – beneficial · Aged hard cheese rich in protein, calcium, and umami flavor compounds
- PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM COW'S MILK – safe · Lower fat milk providing protein and nutrients while reducing calorie content
- BREAD CRUMBS – safe · Processed wheat product adding texture to filling
- SUGAR – safe · Small amount for breadcrumb production, minimal impact in this context
- CANOLA OIL – controversial · Processed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, may contribute to inflammatory balance disruption
- YEAST – safe · Natural leavening agent for breadcrumb production
- TOMATO PASTE – beneficial · Concentrated tomato providing lycopene, natural umami, and vitamin C
- TOMATOES – beneficial · Nutrient-dense vegetable rich in lycopene, vitamin C, and antioxidants
- CITRIC ACID – safe · Natural acid from citrus fruits used for preservation and flavor enhancement
- PARSLEY – beneficial · Herb rich in vitamins A, C, and K, plus antioxidants and fresh flavor
- SPINACH POWDER – beneficial · Dried leafy green providing natural color, iron, and antioxidants
- TOMATO POWDER – beneficial · Concentrated tomato providing natural umami flavor and lycopene
- BLACK PEPPER – beneficial · Spice with antioxidant properties and potential digestive benefits
Real cheese filling with whole milk ricotta
Natural coloring from turmeric and paprika
Contains beneficial herbs and spices
Minimal preservatives
Made with refined enriched flour
Contains inflammatory seed oils
Includes powdered cellulose anti-caking agent
Conventional dairy may contain hormones
About This Analysis
This ingredient analysis for Cheese Ravioli Tricolor Striped Pasta Medium 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