Afia Falafel, Garlic & Herb
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
- Sodium
Verdict
Afia Falafel, Garlic & Herb is a pre-seasoned, plant-based appetizer. Its main strength is the diverse blend of aromatic herbs, while its main tradeoff is the high sodium content. Overall, it is a flavor-forward convenience item for Mediterranean-style meals.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair it with a fresh cucumber salad and a dollop of hummus inside a warm pita wrap.
Nutrition Overview
The nutrition panel is dominated by a high salt concentration relative to the small serving size. Beyond that, the profile is lean with very little saturated fat.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 90 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 6g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 450mg | 20% |
| Total Carbs | 7g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars | 1g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 2g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 60mg | 2% |
Ingredient Analysis
The base consists of garbanzo beans and sunflower oil, which are then enhanced by a seasoning blend of dried basil, garlic, and cumin. This combination of whole legumes and dried aromatics results in a moderately processed formulation.
Ingredients
Garbanzo Beans, Water, Sunflower Oil, Basil (Dried), Onion (Dried), Roasted Minced Garlic, Salt, Cilantro (Dried), Cumin, Parsley (Dried), Baking Soda, Garlic (Dried), Cayenne Pepper.
