Food Quality Guide by KarbCoach
Great Value Beef & Bean Burritos, Beef & Bean: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
Great Value beef & bean burritos, beef & bean received a Food Integrity Score of 32 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects ultra-processed and high additive load. This product leans heavily on industrially processed ingredients. While the beef and beans are whole foods, additives like soybean oil and dough conditioners are more about engineering shelf-life and texture than nutrition. Occasional consumption may be okay, but fresher, simpler alternatives might suit those seeking fewer processed components. Main considerations include processed, additive load, and family watchlist. Simpler options: Choose fresh ingredients; use whole grains.
Food Integrity Score 32/100
What stood out on the label?
- Ultra-processed
- High additive load
- Transparency: Medium
What to watch?
- Processed
- Additive load
- Family Watchlist
Simpler options to consider
- Choose fresh ingredients
- Use whole grains
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Beef & Bean Burritos, Beef & Bean
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Frozen Dinners & Entrees
- GTIN / UPC
00078742248233- Serving size
- 113 g (1 burrito)
- Source data — ingredients
- Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
- Food Quality Guide analysis
- Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
- Data last verified
Food Integrity results
Beef & Bean Burritos, Beef & Bean
Great Value
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
Soybean oil and dough conditioner blend highlight processing concerns.
Consider This
Ingredients like enriched flour and textured vegetable protein are common in industrial formulations.
Good Substitutes
Try fresh homemade burritos with whole wheat flour, fresh beef, and beans.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThis product leans heavily on industrially processed ingredients. While the beef and beans are whole foods, additives like soybean oil and dough conditioners are more about engineering shelf-life and texture than nutrition. Occasional consumption may be okay, but fresher, simpler alternatives might suit those seeking fewer processed components.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Processed
- Additive load
- Family Watchlist
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- SOYBEAN OIL — Refined seed oil
- SPICES — Vague ingredients
- DOUGH CONDITIONER BLEND — Battery of additives
Highest concern ingredients
- DOUGH CONDITIONER BLEND (7/10) — Enhances texture and shelf life.
- SOYBEAN OIL (6/10) — Common but industrially processed.
- TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN (5/10) — Refined protein source.
Better choice tips
- Choose fresh ingredients
- Use whole grains
Ingredients
Ingredient list
WATER, ENRICHED FLOUR (BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), BEEF, PINTO BEANS, SOYBEAN OIL, TOMATO PASTE, GRAIN MEAT BINDER (DEGERMED YELLOW CORN FLOUR, BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR ENRICHED [NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID] RICE FLOURS, OAT FLOURS), TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN, SPICES, SUGAR, ONION, SALT, SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT), GARLIC POWDER, CHILI PEPPER, BAKING POWDER (SODIUM BICARBONATE, CORN STARCH, ALUMINUM SODIUM SULFATE, CALCIUM SULFATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), JALAPENO PUREE (JALAPENO PEPPERS, WATER, CITRIC ACID), PAPRIKA, GUAR GUM, DOUGH CONDITIONER BLEND (SODIUM METABISULFITE, CORN STARCH, MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE).
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
DOUGH CONDITIONER BLEND (SODIUM METABISULFITE, CORN STARCH, MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE)Concern 7/10 — Higher concernTexture enhancerWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term
What this is
Texture enhancer
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Industrial ingredient for consistency and longevity.
Additional note
Enhances texture and shelf life.
Family watchlist
Battery of additives
SOYBEAN OILConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined industrial oil adds to additive load.
Additional note
Refined oil used frequently in foods.
Family watchlist
Refined seed oil
TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEINConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernProtein isolate
What this is
Protein isolate
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Adds protein in refined form.
Additional note
Refined protein source.
GUAR GUMConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernThickenerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Adds texture.
Additional note
Thickening agent.
Family watchlist
Thickening agent
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SPICESConcern 4/10 — Mild concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Unknown / not listed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Lacks specific listing; may concern some users.
Additional note
Vague composition.
Family watchlist
Vague ingredients
BAKING POWDER (SODIUM BICARBONATE, CORN STARCH, ALUMINUM SODIUM SULFATE, CALCIUM SULFATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernLeavening agentAdditive
What this is
Leavening agent
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Used to create texture in baking.
Additional note
Leavening agent.
ENRICHED FLOUR (BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID)Concern 3/10 — Mild concernRefined flourVague label term
What this is
Refined flour
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Processed flour with added nutrients.
Additional note
Commonly used in baking.
GRAIN MEAT BINDER (DEGERMED YELLOW CORN FLOUR, BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR ENRICHED [NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID] RICE FLOURS, OAT FLOURS)Concern 3/10 — Mild concernBinding agentVague label term
What this is
Binding agent
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Processed for binding purpose.
Additional note
Processed and enriched for structure.
SUGARConcern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Processed and adds sweetness.
Additional note
Refined sweetener.
SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernCondiment
What this is
Condiment
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Processed flavor enhancer.
Additional note
Condiment with fermentation and processing.
TOMATO PASTEConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Minor processing involved.
Additional note
Refined from whole tomatoes.
SALTConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Necessary for flavor, minor processing concern.
Additional note
Simple mineral.
GARLIC POWDERConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Minimally processed seasoning.
Additional note
Dried and ground garlic.
JALAPENO PUREE (JALAPENO PEPPERS, WATER, CITRIC ACID)Concern 1/10 — Very low concernPepper puree
What this is
Pepper puree
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Mixed and preserved for flavor.
Additional note
Processed pepper puree.
WATERConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
No additional processing concern.
Additional note
Simple ingredient.
BEEFConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Whole ingredient with no additional processing.
Additional note
Recognizable whole ingredient.
PINTO BEANSConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
No significant concern.
Additional note
Whole ingredient with traditional processing.
ONIONConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Traditional food item with low concern.
Additional note
Recognizable whole ingredient.
CHILI PEPPERConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Adds flavor with no extra processing.
Additional note
Whole ingredient.
PAPRIKAConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Provides traditional flavor and color.
Additional note
Whole ingredient.
This product review does not indicate product safety or health fit. Scoring only reflects label review. 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.
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", "soy sauce". 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: Protein ingredients (Mentions "beef", "meat". 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: Protein ingredients (Mentions "beef", "meat". 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 "oat". See ingredients for details.)
Workout Recovery
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "beef", "meat". See ingredients for details.)
Strength & Protein Focus
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "beef", "meat". See ingredients for details.)
Vegetarian
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Meat/seafood ingredients (Mentions "beef", "meat". 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 "beef", "meat". 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 "beef", "meat". See ingredients for details.)
Pescatarian
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Land-meat ingredients (Mentions "beef". 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", "enriched flour". 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", "enriched flour". 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
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Minimally Processed Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Higher processing level (Ultra-processed)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Whole-Food Focused Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Whole-Food Focused Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Higher processing level (Ultra-processed)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Higher processing level (Ultra-processed)
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", "oat". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Low-Spike Stability
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Low Sugar Lifestyle
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, 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 Great Value Beef & Bean Burritos, Beef & Bean highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Ultra-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?
Great Value Beef & Bean Burritos, Beef & Bean shows about 2.03g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Beef & Bean Burritos, Beef & Bean: 2g total sugar per serving; sweetener signals include sugar. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Contains fiber; Includes beans and beef; Moderate protein.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Refined flour; Contains additives; Soybean oil presence.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same frozen dinners & entrees differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.
Source data and Food Quality Guide analysis
- Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
- Food Quality 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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