Violife Just Like Parmesan Wedge, Dairy-Free Vegan
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Sodium
- Saturated Fat
- Protein
Verdict
Violife Just Like Parmesan Wedge, Dairy-Free Vegan is a firm, grateable plant-based cheese alternative. Its main strength is the inclusion of Vitamin B12, while its main tradeoff is a high proportion of saturated fat. Overall, it serves as a flavor-focused accent for savory dishes.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Try it grated over a bowl of pasta or sprinkled onto a homemade vegan pizza.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is dominated by saturated fat and sodium with very little protein or fiber. It provides minimal nutritional density beyond its role as a seasoning.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 5g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5g | 23% |
| Sodium | 390mg | 17% |
| Total Carbs | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | — |
Ingredient Analysis
The wedge is built from a base of potato and rice starches combined with coconut oil. This formulation relies on modified starches and vegan flavorings to replicate the texture and taste of a hard cheese.
Ingredients
Filtered Water, Potato & Rice Starch, Food Starch-Modified (Potato), Coconut Oil, Salt (Sea Salt), Rice Protein, Parmezan Flavor (Vegan Sources), Olive Extract, Beta Carotene (Color), Vitamin B12.
