Bueno Tamales, Vegan, Red Chile & Zucchini, 6 Pack
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
- Sodium
Verdict
Bueno Tamales, Vegan, Red Chile & Zucchini are pre-made corn masa pockets filled with a savory vegetable blend. Their main strength is the use of recognizable produce like zucchini and red chile, while their main tradeoff is a high sodium content. Overall, they function as a convenient way to incorporate traditional Mexican-inspired flavors into a plant-based meal.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Pair them with a side of sliced avocado and a fresh cabbage slaw for a complete meal.
Nutrition Overview
The nutrition panel is dominated by a high sodium level per serving. On the positive side, the product is very low in saturated fat.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 8g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 510mg | 22% |
| Total Carbs | 18g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars | 2g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 100mg | 2% |
Ingredient Analysis
The base consists of stone-ground corn masa and zucchini, flavored with a red chile puree. Refined rice starch and baking powder are added to the formulation to maintain the specific texture and lift of the tamale.
Ingredients
Corn Masa (Stone Ground Corn, Water Lime), Zucchini, Organic Expeller Pressed Canola or Soybean Oil, Corn, Red Chile Puree (Water, Red Chile Pods), Onion, Sea Salt, Rice Starch, Garlic, Corn Flour, Granulated Garlic, Baking Powder (Monocalcium Phosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Corn Starch), Lime Juice.
