GOURMET · REVIEW
Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté
Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté scores 1.1/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 9% protein targeting adult cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.1/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
First ingredient is unnamed 'meat and animal by-products', indicating low protein source quality. Added sugars and flavorings, plus missing moisture data, further undermine the nutritional value for obligate carnivores.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ wet food products, Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté scores below the wet food average.
Analyzed by MiauMiau's Nutritional AI · June 2026
This analysis is generated from ingredient and compositional data. It is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for health decisions.
Score breakdown
HOW IT COMPARES
Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté vs. the category
Compared to the average wet food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
Scores 1.9 points below the average wet food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Grain-free formula
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler ingredients
- Contains some controversial additives
- Contains added sugars
- Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named ingredients
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
Best for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients Chicken and carrots Meat and animal by-products* (of which 24% chicken)
- 02minerals
- 03vegetables* (0.9% dried carrots
- 04equivalent to 8.1% carrots)
- 05various sugars. Salmon and green beans Meat and animal by-products*
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
Concerns
- Contains added sugars
- Uses unnamed animal derivatives instead of specific protein sources
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Ingredients Chicken and carrots Meat and animal by-products* (of which 24% chicken), minerals, vegetables* (0.9% dried carrots, equivalent to 8.1% carrots), various sugars. Salmon and green beans Meat and animal by-products*, fish and fish by-products* (of which 24% salmon), minerals, vegetables* (1.1% dried green beans, equivalent to 9.9% green beans), various sugars. * ingredients of animal origin. Additives Nutritional additives: vitamin D3 (117 IU/kg), iron (10.2 mg/kg), iodine (0.29 mg/kg), copper (0.76 mg/kg), manganese sulfate monohydrate: (Cu: 0.76 mg/kg); manganese sulfate monohydrate: (Mn: 1.4 mg/kg), zinc (14.6 mg/kg), flavorings: (14.6 mg/kg), taurine: (382 mg/kg).
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté is a below-average wet food with a quality score of 1.1 out of 5. First ingredient is unnamed 'meat and animal by-products', indicating low protein source quality. Added sugars and flavorings, plus missing moisture data, further undermine the nutritional value for obligate carnivores.
What is the protein content of Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté?
Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté contains 9% protein as listed on the label.
Is Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté grain-free?
Yes, Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté is grain-free. It does not contain wheat, corn, rice, or other grain ingredients. This can be beneficial for cats with grain sensitivities, though most healthy cats tolerate grains without issues.
How does Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté scores 1.9 points below the average wet food quality score of 3.0. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté is formulated for adult cats. If you have a kitten or a senior cat, look for formulas specifically designed for their life stage.
What are the main ingredients in Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté?
The top 5 ingredients in Gourmet Salmon & Green Bean Pâté are: Ingredients Chicken and carrots Meat and animal by-products* (of which 24% chicken), minerals, vegetables* (0.9% dried carrots, equivalent to 8.1% carrots), various sugars. Salmon and green beans Meat and animal by-products*. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Ingredients Chicken and carrots Meat and animal by-products* (of which 24% chicken)), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are minerals, vegetables* (0.9% dried carrots, equivalent to 8.1% carrots), various sugars. Salmon and green beans Meat and animal by-products*. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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