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Great Value Bistro Chorizo Patty With Applewood Flavored Bacon Red Pepper Spread & Monterey Jack On A Bistro Bun Breakfast Sandwiches, Bistro Chorizo: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
Great Value bistro chorizo patty with applewood flavored bacon red pepper spread & monterey jack on a bistro bun breakfast sandwiches, bistro chorizo received a Food Integrity Score of 47 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects highly processed and high additive load. This product reads more like a food-engineering project than a simple recipe, with numerous refined and processed ingredients. Consumption should be occasional due to the presence of additives and processing signals like refined oils and emulsifiers. Cleaner, homemade alternatives are recommended from an ingredient-list perspective. Main considerations include processing, additive load, and family watchlist. Simpler options: homemade breakfast sandwiches with fresh ingredients; whole grain buns and basic meats.
Food Integrity Score 47/100
What stood out on the label?
- Highly processed
- High additive load
- Transparency: Medium
What to watch?
- Processing
- Additive load
- Family Watchlist
Simpler options to consider
- Homemade breakfast sandwiches with fresh ingredients
- Whole grain buns and basic meats
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Bistro Chorizo Patty With Applewood Flavored Bacon Red Pepper Spread & Monterey Jack On A Bistro Bun Breakfast Sandwiches, Bistro Chorizo
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Breakfast & Cereal (source: Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals)
- GTIN / UPC
00078742332833- Serving size
- 128 GRM (1 SANDWICH)
- 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
Bistro Chorizo Patty With Applewood Flavored Bacon Red Pepper Spread & Monterey Jack On A Bistro Bun Breakfast Sandwiches, Bistro Chorizo
Great Value
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
The presence of refined canola oil and sodium nitrite adds to processing complexity.
Consider This
Ingredients like mono- and diglycerides and sodium phosphates point to a factory-formulated process.
Good Substitutes
Opt for homemade breakfast sandwiches using basic meats, fresh vegetables, and whole grain buns.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThis product reads more like a food-engineering project than a simple recipe, with numerous refined and processed ingredients. Consumption should be occasional due to the presence of additives and processing signals like refined oils and emulsifiers. Cleaner, homemade alternatives are recommended from an ingredient-list perspective.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Processing
- Additive load
- Family Watchlist
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- FULLY COOKED CHORIZO PATTY — Contains natural flavor
- BISTRO BUN — Contains preservatives
- FULLY COOKED BACON APPLEWOOD SMOKE FLAVORING ADDED — Curing agents and phosphates
- RED PEPPER SPREAD — Contains gums and refined oil
Highest concern ingredients
- FULLY COOKED BACON APPLEWOOD SMOKE FLAVORING ADDED (7/10) — Includes sodium nitrite and phosphates
- RED PEPPER SPREAD (6/10) — Contains gums and canola oil
Better choice tips
- Homemade breakfast sandwiches with fresh ingredients
- Whole grain buns and basic meats
Ingredients
Ingredient list
FULLY COOKED CHORIZO PATTY (PORK, SEASONING [SPICES, SALT, PAPRIKA, SUGAR, DRIED GARLIC, NATURAL FLAVOR, PAPRIKA EXTRACT], WATER), BISTRO BUN (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, POTATO FLOUR, SUGAR, CANOLA OIL, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF: YEAST, SEA SALT, WHEAT GLUTEN, MOLD INHIBITORS [CULTURED WHEAT STARCH, CULTURED SUGAR, VINEGAR], SODIUM BICARBONATE, CALCIUM SULFATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, MONOGLYCERIDES, PROPIONIC ACID [PRESERVATIVE], PHOSPHORIC ACID, ASCORBIC ACID, ENZYMES), MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), FULLY COOKED BACON APPLEWOOD SMOKE FLAVORING ADDED (SMOKE FLAVORING ADDED CURED WITH WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SMOKE FLAVORING, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SODIUM DIACETATE, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE), RED PEPPER SPREAD (CREAM CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, CAROB BEAN AND/OR XANTHAN AND/OR GUAR GUMS], VEGAN SPREAD [CANOLA OIL, FILTERED WATER, BROWN RICE SYRUP, APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, SOY PROTEIN, SEA SALT, MUSTARD FLOUR, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE], RED BELL PEPPER, RED PEPPER PUREE [RED PEPPER, WATER, SEA SALT, CITRIC ACID], FILTERED WATER, RED BELL PEPPERS, GARLIC, SEA SALT, CHIPOTLE PEPPER POWDER, GUAR GUM, XANTHAN GUM).
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
FULLY COOKED BACON APPLEWOOD SMOKE FLAVORING ADDED (SMOKE FLAVORING ADDED CURED WITH WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SMOKE FLAVORING, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SODIUM DIACETATE, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE)Concern 7/10 — Higher concernProcessed meatWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Processed meat
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Contains multiple curing agents.
Additional note
Includes sodium nitrite and phosphates
Family watchlist
Curing agents and phosphates
BISTRO BUN (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, POTATO FLOUR, SUGAR, CANOLA OIL, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF: YEAST, SEA SALT, WHEAT GLUTEN, MOLD INHIBITORS [CULTURED WHEAT STARCH, CULTURED SUGAR, VINEGAR], SODIUM BICARBONATE, CALCIUM SULFATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, MONOGLYCERIDES, PROPIONIC ACID [PRESERVATIVE], PHOSPHORIC ACID, ASCORBIC ACID, ENZYMES)Concern 6/10 — Moderate concernBakery itemWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Bakery item
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Includes refined flour and additives.
Additional note
Contains canola oil and preservatives
Family watchlist
Contains preservatives
RED PEPPER SPREAD (CREAM CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, CAROB BEAN AND/OR XANTHAN AND/OR GUAR GUMS], VEGAN SPREAD [CANOLA OIL, FILTERED WATER, BROWN RICE SYRUP, APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, SOY PROTEIN, SEA SALT, MUSTARD FLOUR, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE], RED BELL PEPPER, RED PEPPER PUREE [RED PEPPER, WATER, SEA SALT, CITRIC ACID], FILTERED WATER, RED BELL PEPPERS, GARLIC, SEA SALT, CHIPOTLE PEPPER POWDER, GUAR GUM, XANTHAN GUM)Concern 6/10 — Moderate concernSpreadWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Spread
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Gums used as thickeners.
Additional note
Contains gums and canola oil
Family watchlist
Contains gums and refined oil
FULLY COOKED CHORIZO PATTY (PORK, SEASONING [SPICES, SALT, PAPRIKA, SUGAR, DRIED GARLIC, NATURAL FLAVOR, PAPRIKA EXTRACT], WATER)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernProcessed meatWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Processed meat
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Natural flavors add vagueness.
Additional note
Contains processed meat and natural flavor
Family watchlist
Contains natural flavor
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MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernDairy product
What this is
Dairy product
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Regular cheese processing.
Additional note
Normal cheese processing
This score estimates ingredient simplification, not safety. Processing and additives affect final score. 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: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "cheese". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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 "pork", "soy protein", "bacon". 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 "pork", "soy protein", "bacon". 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.)
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 "pork", "soy protein", "bacon". 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 "pork", "soy protein", "bacon". 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 "pork", "bacon". 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 "pork", "bacon", "milk". 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 "pork", "bacon", "milk". 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 "pork", "bacon". 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", "gluten". 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 (Highly processed)
This product has 3 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 (Highly processed)
This product has 3 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 (Highly processed)
This product has 3 additional signals for this goal.
Mediterranean-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "cheese". 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 2 additional signals for this goal.
Healthy Fat Focus
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "cheese". See ingredients for details.)
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.
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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 Bistro Chorizo Patty With Applewood Flavored Bacon Red Pepper Spread & Monterey Jack On A Bistro Bun Breakfast Sandwiches, Bistro Chorizo highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Highly 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 Bistro Chorizo Patty With Applewood Flavored Bacon Red Pepper Spread & Monterey Jack On A Bistro Bun Breakfast Sandwiches, Bistro Chorizo shows about 1.02g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Bistro Chorizo Patty With Applewood Flavored Bacon Red Pepper Spread & Monterey Jack On A Bistro Bun Breakfast Sandwiches, Bistro Chorizo: 2g added 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: Good protein source; Includes vegetables.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High saturated fat; Refined carbohydrates; Multiple additives.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same breakfast & cereal 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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