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Amy's Black Bean & Cheese Burrito: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
High integrity
Amy's black bean & cheese burrito received a Food Integrity Score of 84 out of 100 (high integrity). This reflects lightly processed and low additive load. This is a mostly recognizable, organic ingredient list built around beans, rice, tomatoes, and cheese, so it reads more like a simple kitchen recipe than a factory formula. The main processing signals are a refined oil and several starch thickeners used for texture. It is a reasonable everyday-occasional choice, with the oil and starches being the points worth a closer look. Main considerations include refined seed oil used in cooking, multiple refined starch thickeners, and broad spice category not itemized. Simpler options: Choose a version with fewer refined starches and seed oils; pair with whole beans and vegetables for a more whole-food meal.
Food Integrity Score 84/100
What stood out on the label?
- Lightly processed
- Low additive load
- Transparency: High
What to watch?
- Refined seed oil used in cooking
- Multiple refined starch thickeners
- Broad spice category not itemized
Simpler options to consider
- Choose a version with fewer refined starches and seed oils
- Pair with whole beans and vegetables for a more whole-food meal
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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Amy's Black Bean & Cheese Burrito
- Brand
- Amy's
- Category
- Prepared Meals (source: Frozen Dinners & Entrees)
- GTIN / UPC
00042272013883- Serving size
- 170 g (1 package)
- Source data — ingredients
- Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
- Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
- Data last verified
Food Integrity results
Black Bean & Cheese Burrito
Amy's
High integrity
Warning Signs
High oleic safflower and/or sunflower oil and cornstarch are the most refined-leaning inputs in this burrito.
Consider This
Organic wheat flour, tapioca starch, and sweet rice flour form a refined-starch base typical of packaged burritos.
Good Substitutes
Homemade black beans, rice, and cheese wrapped in a simple tortilla with fresh salsa keeps the flavor and cuts the refined fats and starches.
Overall Assessment
High integrityThis is a mostly recognizable, organic ingredient list built around beans, rice, tomatoes, and cheese, so it reads more like a simple kitchen recipe than a factory formula. The main processing signals are a refined oil and several starch thickeners used for texture. It is a reasonable everyday-occasional choice, with the oil and starches being the points worth a closer look.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Refined seed oil used in cooking
- Multiple refined starch thickeners
- Broad spice category not itemized
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- Organic high oleic safflower and/or sunflower oil — Refined seed oil
- Organic spices — Vague spice category
Highest concern ingredients
- Organic high oleic safflower and/or sunflower oil (5/10) — Refined seed oil used in cooking.
- Organic cornstarch (4/10) — Refined starch used as a thickener.
- Organic tapioca starch (4/10) — Refined starch used for texture.
Better choice tips
- Choose a version with fewer refined starches and seed oils.
- Pair with whole beans and vegetables for a more whole-food meal.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
ORGANIC UNBLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, ORGANIC BLACK BEANS, FILTERED WATER, ORGANIC RICE, ORGANIC MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (ORGANIC PASTEURIZED MILK, CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES [WITHOUT ANIMAL ENZYMES OR RENNET]), ORGANIC DICED TOMATOES, ORGANIC ONIONS, ORGANIC BELL PEPPERS, ORGANIC HIGH OLEIC SAFFLOWER AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL, ORGANIC TOMATO PUREE, SEA SALT, ORGANIC CORNSTARCH, ORGANIC TAPIOCA STARCH, ORGANIC SPICES, ORGANIC SWEET RICE FLOUR, ORGANIC GARLIC, ORGANIC GREEN CHILES, ORGANIC JALAPENO PEPPERS.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
Organic high oleic safflower and/or sunflower oilConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Refined seed oils are a common watchlist item for some users.
Additional note
Refined seed oil used for cooking and texture.
Family watchlist
Refined seed oil used in cooking.
Organic cornstarchConcern 4/10 — Mild concernThickenerAdditive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Cornstarch is a refined starch used to thicken and bind.
Additional note
Refined starch used as a thickener.
Organic tapioca starchConcern 4/10 — Mild concernThickenerAdditive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Tapioca starch is a refined starch used for texture.
Additional note
Refined starch used for texture and binding.
Organic unbleached wheat flourConcern 3/10 — Mild concernRefined flour
What this is
Refined flour
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Refined flour is common but lower in fiber than whole grain.
Additional note
Refined grain flour used as the tortilla base.
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Organic spicesConcern 3/10 — Mild concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Unknown / not listed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Spice blends can hide specific components not listed individually.
Additional note
Broad spice category without specific breakdown.
Family watchlist
Broad spice category, components not itemized.
Organic sweet rice flourConcern 2/10 — Very low concernRefined flour
What this is
Refined flour
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Refined rice flour is a mild processing input for texture.
Additional note
Refined rice flour used for texture in the wrap.
Organic Monterey Jack cheeseConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple cheese
What this is
Simple cheese
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Simple cheese with a short, recognizable ingredient list.
Additional note
Made from pasteurized milk with culture, salt, and enzymes.
Organic tomato pureeConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Tomato puree is a category-normal processed tomato.
Additional note
Concentrated tomato product for sauce body.
Organic black beansConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Whole beans are a simple, recognizable ingredient.
Additional note
Whole legume providing the main filling base.
Filtered waterConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Water is a basic, recognizable base ingredient.
Additional note
Plain water used for hydration of dough and filling.
Organic riceConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Rice is a simple, recognizable staple.
Additional note
Whole rice used in the filling.
Organic diced tomatoesConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Tomatoes are a simple whole vegetable.
Additional note
Vegetable adding flavor and body to the filling.
Organic onionsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Onions are a simple whole vegetable.
Additional note
Whole vegetable used for savory base.
Organic bell peppersConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Bell peppers are a simple whole vegetable.
Additional note
Whole vegetable adding flavor and texture.
Sea saltConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Sea salt is a basic seasoning ingredient.
Additional note
Simple seasoning salt.
Organic garlicConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Garlic is a simple whole ingredient.
Additional note
Whole vegetable seasoning.
Organic green chilesConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Green chiles are a simple whole vegetable.
Additional note
Whole pepper adding heat and flavor.
Organic jalapeno peppersConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Jalapenos are a simple whole vegetable.
Additional note
Whole pepper adding heat and flavor.
This Food Integrity score estimates how close the ingredient profile is to simple, recognizable ingredients. It is not a medical safety rating. Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.
How this product may fit different goals
The same food can look different depending on what matters most to you. Here is a general preview of how this product may align with several common goals.
Low-Spike Stability
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Fiber-related ingredients (Mentions "black bean". See ingredients for details.)
Heart-Healthy Eating
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Added-sodium ingredients (Mentions "salt", "sea salt". See ingredients for details.)
GLP-1 Eating Support
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Fiber-related ingredients (Mentions "black bean". See ingredients for details.)
Low Sugar Lifestyle
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Fiber-related ingredients (Mentions "black bean". See ingredients for details.)
Appetite & Portion Awareness
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Fiber-related ingredients (Mentions "black bean". See ingredients for details.)
Athletic Fueling
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Carb fueling ingredients (Mentions "rice". See ingredients for details.)
Vegetarian
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "black bean", "tomato". See ingredients for details.)
Vegan
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegan, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "milk", "cheese", "rennet". See ingredients for details.)
Plant-Based
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Plant-Based, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "milk", "cheese", "rennet". See ingredients for details.)
Low-Carb Lifestyle
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low-Carb Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Carb-dense ingredients (Mentions "flour", "wheat flour", "rice". See ingredients for details.)
Keto-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Keto-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Carb-dense ingredients (Mentions "flour", "wheat flour", "rice". See ingredients for details.)
Low Gluten Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low Gluten Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Gluten-related ingredients (Mentions "wheat". See ingredients for details.)
Minimally Processed Eating
MixedDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Minimally Processed Eating, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Family watchlist items (Organic high oleic safflower and/or sunflower oil)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Whole-Food Focused Eating
MixedDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Whole-Food Focused Eating, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Family watchlist items (Organic high oleic safflower and/or sunflower oil)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods
MixedDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Family watchlist items (Organic high oleic safflower and/or sunflower oil)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Mediterranean-Style Eating
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Mediterranean-style ingredients (Mentions "tomato", "garlic". See ingredients for details.)
Paleo-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Paleo-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Grain/legume ingredients (Mentions "wheat", "flour", "rice". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Workout Recovery
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Strength & Protein Focus
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Pescatarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Healthy Fat Focus
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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Understanding the Food Integrity analysis
What the Food Integrity analysis evaluates
The Food Integrity analysis focuses on how a packaged food is formulated and made. It examines processing level, ingredient quality, additives, oils, sweeteners, purity cues, and how clearly a label communicates what is in the product. The Food Integrity Score summarizes that formulation and transparency picture on a 0–100 scale. It is not a full nutrient report and it is not a personalized meal plan.
Why processing, ingredients, and transparency matter
Processing level and ingredient quality shape what you are actually eating beyond calories on the label. Additives, industrial oils, and intense sweeteners can change how clean or heavily engineered a product feels, even when the front of pack looks wholesome. Purity and transparency matter because incomplete or marketing-heavy labeling can hide tradeoffs that only show up when the full ingredient list is reviewed carefully.
Who may prioritize Food Integrity
Some people care mainly about Food Integrity because their dietary goals center on formulation rather than macros alone. Examples include checking vegetarian or vegan suitability, preferring simpler ingredient sources, avoiding certain additives or sweeteners, watching oil choices, or preferring less processed options. For those priorities, the Food Integrity Score can be the more practical first read.
How Food Integrity differs from Longevity
Food Integrity is the focused analysis of processing, ingredients, additives, purity, and transparency. Longevity is the broader analysis of nutritional composition, metabolic and dietary characteristics, processing, and ingredient quality together. Favorable nutrition values do not necessarily mean strong Food Integrity: a product can look balanced on macros yet still rely on heavy processing or additives that the Food Integrity analysis flags in more detail.
Why the two analyses overlap—and why to review Longevity too
The analyses overlap intentionally. Food Integrity–related characteristics contribute to Longevity, and Longevity still benefits from the same ingredient-quality lens. They are not competing verdicts; they answer different questions at different depths. Reviewing the Longevity analysis can add information about nutritional composition, metabolic characteristics, and dietary balance that Food Integrity alone does not emphasize. Looking at both usually gives the most complete understanding of tradeoffs.
Common questions about this product
Is Amy's Black Bean & Cheese Burrito highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Lightly processed. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.
Why are the Longevity and Food Integrity scores different?
Longevity emphasizes nutrition per serving and longer-term dietary alignment. Food Integrity emphasizes ingredients, additives, processing, and label transparency. The same product can score differently on those lenses.
How much fiber is in one serving?
Amy's Black Bean & Cheese Burrito shows about 4.08g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Amy's Black Bean & Cheese Burrito: 0g added sugar per serving. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Organic black beans provide fiber and plant protein; Short ingredient list with mostly recognizable whole foods; Vegetables and peppers included in filling.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Refined wheat flour tortilla with limited fiber; Sodium around 690 mg per serving; Cheese adds saturated fat.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same prepared meals differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.
Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
- Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
- How the Longevity Score is calculated
- How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
- Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
- Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
- Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions. Full sources and safety details.
Label accuracy and safety information
Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.
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