
Quest Nutrition, LLC
Important Disclaimer
BetterBite provides nutritional transparency insights based on publicly available data from regulatory databases (FDA, USDA, EFSA, WHO), published peer-reviewed research, and manufacturer-declared product information. This platform is designed for educational and informational purposes only.
The content displayed on this platform does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Transparency scores, nutritional assessments, and ingredient analyses represent algorithmic interpretations of publicly available data and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical or nutritional guidance.
Individual dietary needs, allergies, and health conditions vary significantly. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional, registered dietitian, or physician before making dietary changes based on information found on this platform. Product formulations may change without notice — always verify information against current product labels.
AI Research Disclosure: Technical analysis and research patterns on this page are synthesized using BetterBite AI researchers.AI can make mistakes or provide incomplete insights.This technology aggregates data from scientific literature for informational assistance. Always verify findings against primary sources for critical dietary decisions.
Label Serving
126 g
Barcode
888849007189
Data last verified: 1 Oct 2026
Levels use standard FSA/WHO per-100g thresholds applied to the label's declared values. See the thresholds
AI transparency analysis is being generated for this product.
TRANSPARENCY PROFILE
Moderate
Some processing or additives present
Detailed Review Recommended
Profile Spectrum — Nutritional Index
5.4/10
Health Score
Moderate
Concern Index
Calculation Pillars:
How we calculate this →Nutritional values transcribed from the product label. Actual values may vary.
Share of an average adult's daily allowance in one serving (126 g) — the label's %RDA
Remaining vitamins and trace minerals: US FDA Daily Values. Low = under 5% of a day in one portion · High = 20% or more. Reference values, not medical advice.
Tap any row · FDA, USDA, EFSA, WHO
18 / 26 researched · AI analyzing 8 more...Ingredients — as printed on the label
WATER, LOW-MOISTURE MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), TOMATO PASTE, MILK PROTEIN ISOLATE, CELLULOSE, SPICY ITALIAN SAUSAGE WITH GARLIC (PORK, SPICES, SALT, WATER, SUGAR, PAPRIKA, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, NATURAL FLAVORING), UNCURED PEPPERONI NO NITRATES OR NITRITES ADDED EXCEPT FOR THOSE NATURALLY OCCURRING IN CELERY POWDER AND SEA SALT (PORK, BEEF, SEA SALT, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF SPICES, CELERY POWDER, CANE SUGAR, LACTIC ACID STARTER CULTURE, NATURAL FLAVORINGS, SPICE EXTRACTIVES, OLEORESIN OF PAPRIKA), SUNFLOWER OIL, BELL PEPPERS, ONIONS, BLACK OLIVES (WITH FERROUS GLUCONATE AS STABILIZER), SOLUBLE CORN FIBER, WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE, PECORINO ROMANO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED SHEEP'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES). CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, CITRUS FIBER, SALT, GARLIC POWDER, OREGANO, BLACK PEPPER, BASIL, ONION POWDER, CAYENNE PEPPER, YEAST, BAKING SODA, XANTHAN GUM, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN.
Water
solvent, moisture retention agent, beverage base, thermal transfer medium
Low-Moisture Mozzarella Cheese
Tomato Paste
flavor, color, natural acidulant, and nutrient enrichment
Milk Protein Isolate
Protein supplement, emulsifier, texturizer, and nutritional fortification agent
Cellulose
INS 460(II)
No NotablesAnti-caking agent, texturizer, bulking agent, and fat replacer
Spicy Italian Sausage With Garlic
Uncured Pepperoni No Nitrates Or Nitrites Added Except For Those Naturally Occurring In Celery Powder And Sea Salt
Sunflower Oil
Cooking medium, texture enhancer, frying agent, and carrier for flavors in processed foods.
Bell Pepper
Onions
Flavour enhancer, aromatic base, and natural seasoning agent in food preparations.
Black Olives
Soluble Corn Fiber
bulking agent, texturizer, fiber supplement, sugar replacement
Whey Protein Isolate
Protein enrichment, emulsifier, moisture retention agent, and texture modifier in food manufacturing.
Pecorino Romano Cheese (Pasteurized Sheep'S Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes). Contains Less Than 2% Of The Following: Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Citrus Fiber
Salt
flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller
Garlic Powder
Flavour enhancer and seasoning agent
Oregano
Black Pepper
Flavour and aroma enhancer
Basil
Flavour and aroma enhancement
Onion Powder
Flavour enhancer, aromatic base, and natural seasoning agent in food preparation.
Cayenne Pepper
Flavour, spice, and natural colorant
Yeast
Leavening agent, fermentation catalyst, and nutritional enhancer
Baking Soda
INS 500II
No NotablesLeavening agent, pH regulator, and acidity regulator in food processing.
Xanthan Gum
E415
LowStabilizer, thickener, and emulsifier
Sunflower Lecithin
E322
No NotablesEmulsifier and stabilizer
| Ingredient | Concern | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Water | ✓No Notable Concerns | solvent, moisture retention agent, beverage base, thermal transfer medium | Water is a fundamental and essential component of human nutrition with an established safety profile. |
2 Low-Moisture Mozzarella Cheese | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
3 Tomato Paste | ✓No Notable Concerns | flavor, color, natural acidulant, and nutrient enrichment | Tomatoes are a widely consumed, nutrient-dense whole food recognized for their high antioxidant and vitamin content with minimal points of consideration for the general population. |
4 Milk Protein Isolate | ✓No Notable Concerns | Protein supplement, emulsifier, texturizer, and nutritional fortification agent | Calcium caseinate is a widely utilized dairy protein generally recognized as safe, with primary points of consideration limited to individuals managing dairy-related sensitivities. |
5 Cellulose INS 460(II) | ✓No Notable Concerns | Anti-caking agent, texturizer, bulking agent, and fat replacer | Powdered cellulose is a widely accepted plant fiber utilized for texture and moisture control with a well-established safety profile. |
6 Spicy Italian Sausage With Garlic | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
7 Uncured Pepperoni No Nitrates Or Nitrites Added Except For Those Naturally Occurring In Celery Powder And Sea Salt | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
8 Sunflower Oil | ✓Low Concern | Cooking medium, texture enhancer, frying agent, and carrier for flavors in processed foods. | Vegetable oil is a standard dietary fat source that is widely permitted and utilized globally, with consumption patterns evaluated primarily within the context of total daily caloric and lipid intake. |
9 Bell Pepper | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
10 Onions | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancer, aromatic base, and natural seasoning agent in food preparations. | Onions are a standard culinary ingredient generally recognized as safe for the general population, though individuals sensitive to FODMAPs may experience mild gastrointestinal considerations. |
11 Black Olives | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
12 Soluble Corn Fiber | ✓No Notable Concerns | bulking agent, texturizer, fiber supplement, sugar replacement | Soluble corn fiber is a well-tolerated dietary fiber ingredient with established regulatory acceptance and minimal points of nutritional consideration. |
13 Whey Protein Isolate | ✓No Notable Concerns | Protein enrichment, emulsifier, moisture retention agent, and texture modifier in food manufacturing. | Whey is a widely consumed dairy-derived protein ingredient generally recognized as safe for the general population, with considerations primarily for individuals managing milk allergies or lactose intolerance. |
14 Pecorino Romano Cheese (Pasteurized Sheep'S Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes). Contains Less Than 2% Of The Following: Extra Virgin Olive Oil | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
15 Citrus Fiber | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
16 Salt | ⚠Moderate Concern | flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller | An essential dietary mineral whose intake levels warrant monitoring in accordance with established public health guidelines. |
17 Garlic Powder | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancer and seasoning agent | Garlic powder is a standard culinary ingredient generally recognized as safe for regular consumption within normal dietary amounts. |
18 Oregano | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
19 Black Pepper | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour and aroma enhancer | Generally recognized as safe for standard culinary consumption with well-tolerated physiological effects. |
20 Basil | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour and aroma enhancement | Basil is a commonly consumed natural herb with an established history of safe culinary use and favorable nutritional components. |
21 Onion Powder | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancer, aromatic base, and natural seasoning agent in food preparation. | Onion is a commonly consumed natural food ingredient with a well-established safety profile for the general population. |
22 Cayenne Pepper | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour, spice, and natural colorant | Cayenne pepper is a widely consumed natural spice generally recognized as safe for the general population when consumed in typical culinary quantities. |
23 Yeast | ✓No Notable Concerns | Leavening agent, fermentation catalyst, and nutritional enhancer | Yeast is a widely utilized natural microorganism with a long history of safe food use, providing leavening and nutritional value. |
24 Baking Soda INS 500II | ✓No Notable Concerns | Leavening agent, pH regulator, and acidity regulator in food processing. | Baking soda is a commonly utilized leavening agent with a well-established safety profile for normal culinary applications. |
25 Xanthan Gum E415 | ✓Low Concern | Stabilizer, thickener, and emulsifier | Xanthan gum is a widely accepted food stabilizer and thickener with a strong safety profile recognized by major regulatory bodies globally. |
26 Sunflower Lecithin E322 | ✓No Notable Concerns | Emulsifier and stabilizer | Sunflower lecithin is a widely accepted, plant-derived emulsifier with a well-established safety profile for general consumption. |
Research sourced from FDA · USDA · EFSA · WHO · Peer-reviewed scientific literature. Informational only — not medical advice.
Better-scoring options in this category
Disclaimer: These alternatives are algorithmically suggested based on nutritional indexing and ingredients. This does not constitute a commercial endorsement, criticism of the current product, or medical advice.