Is Ben's Original Bistro Express Tomato & Herb Flavour 250g Nightshade Free?

No. This product is not nightshades free as it lists 3 ingredients that contain nightshades.

Why it's not nightshade free

  • paprika extract
  • crushed tomatoes
  • dried red peppers

paprika extract

Dietitian note

Paprika is derived from a mixture of peppers (peppers are nightshades).

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

Ready-in-minutes rice with noticeable tomato-and-herb seasoning, offering a moist, slightly sauced texture and distinct savoury tang; reviewers commonly note convenient preparation, consistent fluffy grains, and suitable use as a quick side, base for pan-fried proteins or vegetables, or portable lunch component, while opinions vary on seasoning intensity and value perception.

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Ingredients

Water, Long grain parboiled rice, Seasoning [sugar, salt, yeast extract, maltodextrin, dried red peppers, potassium chloride, citric acid (acidulant), dextrose, herb, spices, lactic acid (acidulant), malic acid (acidulant), paprika extract, natural flavours, guar gum, xanthan gum, arabic gum, silicon dioxide], Canola oil, Crushed tomatoes, Natural flavour.

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About this product

Rice · Pouch

Flavor
SavoryHerbaceousUmami
Texture
FluffySoft
Commonly used for
Side DishMeal Prep