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Boar's Head Sweet Vidalia Onions in Sauce
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Boar's Head Sweet Vidalia Onions in Sauce

Boars Head
9 oz
Available at Foodtown
10
Calories
0g
Protein
2g
Sugars
15mg
Sodium
17
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Boar's Head Sweet Vidalia Onions in Sauce is a small-format (9 oz) jarred condiment that reads like a deli counter shortcut. In a typical American supermarket you would often find it in the refrigerated deli and specialty condiments section near Boar's Head meats and cheeses, alongside marinated peppers, chutneys and jarred relishes, or occasionally on a shelf with other shelf-stable gourmet condiments. It suits quick sandwich builds, weekend brunch spreads, burger nights, and cheeseboards—any meal where a sweet, tangy onion accent is wanted without the labor of slow-cooking. Boar's Head positions this product as an elevated, trustworthy deli brand choice: premium, traditional, and aimed at shoppers who prefer higher-end grocery lines and expect cleaner-label claims. The jar label leans on health halos—"Gluten free," "Milk free," "All natural," and "No MSG"—but it does not carry organic certification or child-focused branding; the aesthetic is straightforward, deli-oriented and mature. Processing-wise it is a cooked and jarred product with a short ingredient list: onions, water, sugar, tomato paste, vinegar and a few seasonings, so it's a processed condiment rather than a homemade preserve. Sensory notes: glossy, translucent ribbons of sweet Vidalia onion suspended in a sticky, slightly viscous tomato-vinegar sauce; a soft, melt-in-the-mouth texture with bright sweet-tart notes and a faint herbal finish from parsley and oregano. Packaged in a screw-top jar, the ritual is simple—spoon onto sandwiches, warm into sauces, or pair on a charcuterie board for an easy flavor boost.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 17
Calories10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium15mg1%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Total Sugars2g
Added Sugars1g2%
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

73%, Vidalia, Onions,, Water,, Sugar,, Tomato, Paste,, Vinegar,, Corn, Starch,, Salt,, Parsley, Flakes,, Red, Pepper,, Oregano,, Basil..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a processed jarred condiment made from whole onions and common culinary ingredients (sugar, vinegar, starch) and cooked/packaged to extend shelf life; it lacks the industrial ingredients typical of ultra-processed foods but is more than minimally processed.

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Common Questions about Boar's Head Sweet Vidalia Onions in Sauce

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people! This sauce is low in calories (just 10 per tablespoon) and made primarily from Vidalia onions, which are naturally sweet and flavorful. However, it does contain added sugars, so if you're watching your sugar intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

Perfect For

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