Heinz Beanz in a Rich Tomato Sauce — OKAY

Name: Heinz Beanz in a Rich Tomato Sauce
Brand: Heinz

Munch or Dump rates Heinz Beanz in a Rich Tomato Sauce by Heinz OKAY — score 58/90.

Mostly beans and tomatoes with real fibre and protein, but let down by added sugar, salt and a modified starch thickener.

Why this verdict

Beans and tomatoes make up 86% of the tin, giving real fibre and plant protein
Added sugar and modified cornflour push it into processed-food territory
Salt level is meaningful, roughly 1.3g per half tin
No artificial colours, flavours or preservatives, which keeps it from sliding lower

Beans (50%) (safe) — Haricot beans are a whole-food legume packed with fibre and plant protein, the best thing in the tin.
Tomatoes (36%) (safe) — Real tomatoes bring lycopene and vitamins with minimal processing.
Water (safe) — Used as a basic ingredient in bread.
Sugar (moderate) — Added for sweetness, can contribute to calorie content.
Modified Cornflour (moderate) — Chemically or physically altered starch used to thicken; a marker of ultra-processing.
Salt (moderate) — Used in moderation, might exceed necessary amount.
spice extracts (safe) — Natural flavor from spices, not artificial flavoring.
Herb extract (safe) — Flavouring in tiny amounts, not a health concern.