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Great Value Salisbury Steak Homestyle Gravy And Roasted Beef Patties, Salisbury Steak: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
Great Value salisbury steak homestyle gravy and roasted beef patties, salisbury steak received a Food Integrity Score of 47 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects highly processed and moderate additive load. The product shows signs of heavy processing with ingredients like hydrolyzed soy protein and caramel color. The presence of textured vegetable protein and various additives suggest this isn't a product to consume regularly. Opting for simpler alternatives with more whole ingredients would offer a better choice from an ingredient-list perspective. Main considerations include high processing level, additive texturizing, and use of natural flavors. Simpler options: Seek beef patties with fewer additives; try naturally-spiced meat products.
Food Integrity Score 47/100
What stood out on the label?
- Highly processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: Medium
What to watch?
- High processing level
- Additive texturizing
- Use of natural flavors
Simpler options to consider
- Seek beef patties with fewer additives
- Try naturally-spiced meat products
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Salisbury Steak Homestyle Gravy And Roasted Beef Patties, Salisbury Steak
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Frozen Dinners & Entrees
- GTIN / UPC
00194346038138- Serving size
- 132 GRM (1 steak with gravy)
- 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
Salisbury Steak Homestyle Gravy And Roasted Beef Patties, Salisbury Steak
Great Value
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
Hydrolyzed soy protein and caramel color signal higher processing levels.
Consider This
Textured vegetable protein and corn starch hint at ultra-processed patterns.
Good Substitutes
Look for simple steak options with natural spices and real beef.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThe product shows signs of heavy processing with ingredients like hydrolyzed soy protein and caramel color. The presence of textured vegetable protein and various additives suggest this isn't a product to consume regularly. Opting for simpler alternatives with more whole ingredients would offer a better choice from an ingredient-list perspective.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- High processing level
- Additive texturizing
- Use of natural flavors
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN (SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CARAMEL COLOR) — Processed soy and caramel color
- BEEF BROTH FLAVOR (BEEF BROTH FLAVOR, SALT, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, CARAMELIZED SUGAR, CORN STARCH) — Includes hydrolyzed protein
- WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE (VINEGAR, MOLASSES, WATER, TAMARIND, NATURAL FLAVOR, SUGAR, SALT, ONION, GARLIC) — Contains natural flavor
Highest concern ingredients
- TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN (SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CARAMEL COLOR) (7/10) — Highly processed with coloring
- BEEF BROTH FLAVOR (BEEF BROTH FLAVOR, SALT, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, CARAMELIZED SUGAR, CORN STARCH) (7/10) — Processed flavor enhancer
- SPICES (3/10) — Unspecified seasoning
Better choice tips
- Seek beef patties with fewer additives
- Try naturally-spiced meat products
Ingredients
Ingredient list
WATER, COOKED BEEF, TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN (SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CARAMEL COLOR), CORN STARCH, BREAD CRUMBS (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], YEAST, SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, CORN SYRUP), ONION, TOMATO PASTE, MILK (VITAMIN D3 ADDED), WHEAT FLOUR, SUGAR, BEEF BROTH FLAVOR (BEEF BROTH FLAVOR, SALT, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, CARAMELIZED SUGAR, CORN STARCH), SALT, WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE (VINEGAR, MOLASSES, WATER, TAMARIND, NATURAL FLAVOR, SUGAR, SALT, ONION, GARLIC), SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT), GREEN BELL PEPPER, DRIED BEEF STOCK, ONION POWDER, NONFAT DRY MILK, SEA SALT, GARLIC POWDER, SPICES.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN (SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CARAMEL COLOR)Concern 7/10 — Higher concernTexture aidWatchlist
What this is
Texture aid
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Common in processed foods for texture.
Additional note
Processed soy with coloring
Family watchlist
Processed soy and caramel color
BEEF BROTH FLAVOR (BEEF BROTH FLAVOR, SALT, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, CARAMELIZED SUGAR, CORN STARCH)Concern 7/10 — Higher concernFlavoring agentWatchlist
What this is
Flavoring agent
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Processed flavor system.
Additional note
Flavor enhancer
Family watchlist
Includes hydrolyzed protein
CORN STARCHConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernThickener
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined ingredient for texture.
Additional note
Starch for thickening
BREAD CRUMBS (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], YEAST, SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, CORN SYRUP)Concern 5/10 — Moderate concernBinder
What this is
Binder
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Contains multiple processed ingredients.
Additional note
Refined ingredients mix
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SUGARConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Adds sweetness and enhances flavor.
DRIED BEEF STOCKConcern 4/10 — Mild concernFlavor base
What this is
Flavor base
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Used for flavor.
WHEAT FLOURConcern 3/10 — Mild concernFlour
What this is
Flour
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Used for binding or coating.
Additional note
Common baking ingredient
WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE (VINEGAR, MOLASSES, WATER, TAMARIND, NATURAL FLAVOR, SUGAR, SALT, ONION, GARLIC)Concern 3/10 — Mild concernCondiment blendWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Condiment blend
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Used for depth of flavor.
Additional note
Complex sauce
Family watchlist
Contains natural flavor
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
Lack of specificity.
Additional note
Non-specific seasoning
Family watchlist
Vague and unspecified
TOMATO PASTEConcern 2/10 — Very low concernNatural concentrate
What this is
Natural concentrate
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Provides flavor and color.
Additional note
Concentrated tomato product
SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernCondiment
What this is
Condiment
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Provides umami flavor.
Additional note
Fermented condiment
NONFAT DRY MILKConcern 2/10 — Very low concernDairy powder
What this is
Dairy powder
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Enhances texture and provides protein.
Additional note
Dairy product
ONION POWDERConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSpice
What this is
Spice
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Adds flavor.
Additional note
Dried spice
GARLIC POWDERConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSpice
What this is
Spice
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Enhances flavor.
Additional note
Dried spice
WATERConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
It's a fundamental ingredient.
Additional note
Basic liquid component
COOKED BEEFConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
It provides protein content.
Additional note
Primary protein source
ONIONConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole food
What this is
Whole food
Why it matters
Adds flavor and nutrients.
Additional note
Natural vegetable
MILK (VITAMIN D3 ADDED)Concern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole food
What this is
Whole food
Why it matters
Source of calcium and vitamin D.
Additional note
Fortified dairy product
SALTConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Enhances flavor.
Additional note
Seasoning mineral
GREEN BELL PEPPERConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole food
What this is
Whole food
Why it matters
Adds natural flavor and nutrients.
Additional note
Green vegetable
SEA SALTConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Used for seasoning.
Additional note
Minimal processing
This evaluation reflects the food's listed ingredients and processing level. It is not a safety assessment. 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
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar on watchlist (see Food Integrity)
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", "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", "protein concentrate", "soy protein". See ingredients for details.)
Low Sugar Lifestyle
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar on watchlist (see Food Integrity)
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", "protein concentrate", "soy protein". 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", "protein concentrate", "soy protein". 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", "protein concentrate", "soy protein". 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". 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", "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 "beef", "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 "beef". See ingredients for details.)
Low-Carb Lifestyle
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low-Carb Lifestyle, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "beef", "protein concentrate", "soy protein". 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 (Highly processed)
This product has 1 additional signal 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 1 additional signal 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 1 additional signal 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", "corn". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Athletic Fueling
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Keto-Style Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Keto-Style Eating, 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 Salisbury Steak Homestyle Gravy And Roasted Beef Patties, Salisbury Steak 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 Salisbury Steak Homestyle Gravy And Roasted Beef Patties, Salisbury Steak shows about 1.06g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Salisbury Steak Homestyle Gravy And Roasted Beef Patties, Salisbury Steak: 2.01g total sugar per serving; sweetener signals include corn syrup. 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; Contains vegetables; Provides fiber.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High sodium content; Contains processed soy; Added sugars present.
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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