McCain
McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets
About McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets
McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets is made by McCain and sits in the RTC Frozen/Processed Veggies category. Its barcode (GTIN) is 8906000611777. TruthIn has analysed it using the TruthIn Ingredient Rating System (TIRS), which scores packaged foods from 0 to 5 based on their ingredients, level of processing and nutrient profile.
It scores 1.4 out of 5, which TIRS rates as "Poor". On the NOVA food-processing scale it is NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). The label lists 18 ingredients, starting with active cultures, microbial enzyme, starch.
The full TruthIn product report adds a safety rating for every ingredient and 6 nutrient values per 100g, each marked as good or of concern, so you can judge it against other rtc frozen/processed veggies before you buy.
Quick facts
- Product
- McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets
- Brand
- McCain
- Category
- RTC Frozen/Processed Veggies
- Barcode (GTIN)
- 8906000611777
- TIRS rating
- 1.4 / 5 (Poor)
- Processing level
- NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food)
- Ingredients listed
- 18
Ingredients (18)
active cultures, microbial enzyme, starch, yeast, 464, 466, 260, 509, 224, 327, 332(ii), 551, 627, 631, 339, natural flavor, artificial flavors, 461
Compare with similar rtc frozen/processed veggies
| Product | TIRS | NOVA | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets (this product) | 1.4 | 4 | 18 |
| Goeld Vegetable Spring Roll (Goeld) | 4.3 | 3 | 1 |
| Saptamveda Beetroot Powder (Saptamveda) | 4.3 | 1 | 0 |
| Desi Treat VEG Millets Chaap (Desi Treat) | 4.0 | 3 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
Is McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets healthy?
McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets has a TruthIn TIRS rating of 1.4 out of 5 ("Poor"). TIRS combines ingredient quality, processing level and nutrient profile into one score, where 5 is best.
Is McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets ultra-processed?
Yes. McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets is classed as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food) because it is an industrial formulation of ingredients.
What are the ingredients in McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets?
McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets lists 18 ingredients: active cultures, microbial enzyme, starch, yeast, 464, 466, 260, 509, 224, 327, 332(ii), 551, 627, 631, 339, natural flavor, artificial flavors, 461.
Does McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets contain palm oil?
No palm oil or palm-derived ingredient appears among its 18 listed ingredients.
Does McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets contain added sugar?
No sugar or sweetening syrup appears among its 18 listed ingredients.
What are healthier alternatives to McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets?
Among rtc frozen/processed veggies rated by TruthIn, Goeld Vegetable Spring Roll (4.3), Saptamveda Beetroot Powder (4.3), Desi Treat VEG Millets Chaap (4.0) score higher on TIRS than McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets (1.4).
McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets vs Goeld Vegetable Spring Roll: which is healthier?
McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets scores 1.4 on TIRS and Goeld Vegetable Spring Roll scores 4.3, so Goeld Vegetable Spring Roll rates higher. McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets lists 18 ingredients and Goeld Vegetable Spring Roll lists 1.
What is the barcode of McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets?
The barcode (GTIN) of McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets is 8906000611777.
What is in the TruthIn report for McCain Chilli Cheesy Nuggets?
The report covers nutrition per 100g and per serving with each nutrient marked as good or of concern, and a safe / caution / concern rating for every ingredient.