Is Merchant Gourmet Spiced Grains & Chestnuts With Wild Rice & Cranberry Gluten Free?

No. This product is not gluten free as it lists 2 ingredients that contain gluten and 3 ingredients contain gluten depending on the source.

Why it's not gluten free

  • cooked pearl barley
  • pearl barley
  • yeast extract
  • yeast extract powder
  • natural flavouring

cooked pearl barley

Dietitian note

Barley is a cereal grain typically found in breads, breakfast cereals, puddings, porridges, stews, soups, and beer. Barley and all of its derivatives contain gluten.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

Cooked Pearl Barley (68%) (Water, Pearl Barley), Cooked Chestnuts (11%) (Water, Dehydrated Chestnuts), Cooked Wild Rice (7%) (Water, Wild Rice), Dried Cranberries (5%) (Sugar, Cranberries, Rice Flour, Sunflower Oil), Onion, Sunflower Oil, Onion Powder, Vegetable Bouillon (Salt, Yeast Extract, Dextrose, Potato Starch, Onion Extract, Carrot Powder, Parsley, Colour: Curcumin, Herb Extracts (Marjoram, Thyme, Sage), Pepper Extract), Salt, Ground Nutmeg, Mushroom Seasoning (Rice Flour, Salt, Mushroom Powder, Sugar, Onion Powder, Yeast Extract Powder, Garlic Powder, Parsley, Black Pepper, Natural Flavouring), Stabilizer: Guar Gum, Cinnamon Powder, Dried Sage, Thyme, Clove Powder, Dried Parsley, Dried Rosemary.

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What is a Gluten Free diet?

A gluten-free diet excludes all foods containing gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and their derivatives. It's essential for people with celiac disease, gluten intolerance, or wheat allergy, as consuming gluten can trigger inflammation and digestive issues. Common gluten-containing foods include bread, pasta, cereals, and baked goods, though many gluten-free alternatives now exist using rice, corn, or almond flour. Beyond medical necessity, some people choose a gluten-free lifestyle for perceived health benefits, though experts emphasize the importance of maintaining a balanced diet rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals when eliminating gluten-containing grains.

About this product

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Flavor
SavorySweetSpicyHerbaceous
Texture
ChewyGrainySoft
Commonly used for
Side DishMeal PrepSaladCooking