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Three Chiles Medium Salsa, 16 OZ
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📊 NOVA 3🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free🌿 Organic✨ Seed Oil Free

Three Chiles Medium Salsa, 16 OZ

AUSTIN CHILE CO.
Available at Whole Foods
10
Calories
0g
Protein
1g
Sugars
180mg
Sodium
49
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this jar on the salsa and condiments shelf or grabbed on the way to a backyard taco night or chip-and-dip spread — a small-batch, chile-forward option. The vibe is zesty and approachable, a bit artisanal and convenient: bright, spicy flavor without feeling overly indulgent. Ingredient choices (roasted tomatoes, chiles, vinegar) give it a fresh-tasting, chunky texture, while processed elements like tomato paste and a chicken broth concentrate with “flavoring” point to some industrial processing and shelf-stability, suggesting more processing than a homemade salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 TBSP
Servings per Container: 15
Calories10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Total Sugars1g
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

ROASTED, TOMATO, FILTERED, WATER, DICED, TOMATO, (TOMATOES,, TOMATO, JUICE), TOMATO, PASTE, ONION, GUAJILLO, CHILE, JALAPENO, PEPPER, APPLE, CIDER, VINEGAR, CILANTRO, SALT, ROASTED, GARLIC, ANCHO, CHILE, DRIED, ARBOL, PEPPER, ORGANIC, CHICKEN, BROTH, CONCENTRATE, (CHICKEN, BROTH,, SEA, SALT,, FLAVORING,, COOKED, VEGETABLES, [CARROT,, CELERY,, ONION],, ONION, POWDER,, TURMERIC), AND, LEMON, JUICE, CONCENTRATE..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Mostly made from recognizable ingredients (tomatoes, chiles, onion, garlic, vinegar) but includes processed components like tomato paste and a chicken broth concentrate containing "flavoring," which indicates industrial processing and added shelf-stability; overall fits NOVA group 3 (processed) rather than highly industrial ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Three Chiles Medium Salsa, 16 OZ

When it comes to salsa, the Three Chiles Medium Salsa is a pretty solid choice! With only 10 calories per serving and no added sugars or preservatives, it can be a tasty way to add flavor to your meals without loading up on empty calories. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your dietary needs and goals, so think of it as a flavorful addition to a balanced diet!

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