Italian seasoned croutons
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Italian seasoned croutons by Tops scores 9/10 for Weight Loss based on very low calorie density.
Italian seasoned croutons by Tops provides 14 calories, 14.3g protein, 14.3g fat, and 71.4g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 100.0g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Weight Loss, Energy health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 14.3g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Very low calorie density at just 14 kcal per 100g, making it a good choice for volume eating.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.0g per 100g), which is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- ⚠High sodium content (1071mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
Deep Analysis
Italian seasoned croutons by Tops is a lower-calorie option in the bread category at 14 kcal per 100g, compared to the category average of 297. Standout protein at 14.3g per 100g — 54% above average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 14 kcal per 100g (category avg: 297)
- •Protein: 14.3g per 100g (category avg: 9.3g)
- •Sodium: 1071mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for people managing calorie intake or on a weight loss plan, people managing blood sugar levels.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sodium at 1071mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 2143mg — roughly 93% of the daily limit.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Italian seasoned croutons doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the bread category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Enriched flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), canola and/or sunflower oil (with rosemary extract and ascorbic acid [to preserve freshness]), yeast, sugar, salt, 2% or less of whey, maltodextrin, garlic powder, hydrolyzed corn soy wheat gluten protein, dehydrated parsley, romano cheese solids from cow's milk (part skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), corn syrup solids, caramel color, paprika (color), extractive of paprika (color), natural flavors, enzymes.