
Chi Chi's Thick & Chunky Salsa, Medium
What You Should Know
CHI-CHI'S Thick & Chunky Salsa, Medium is a familiar jarred salsa you’ll spot in the condiment aisle or the international/Mexican foods section, often shelved beside other salsas, tortilla chips, taco kits, and bottled hot sauces. Packaged in a 16 oz glass jar with a bright label that leans into fiesta imagery and a promise of satisfaction, it advertises a homemade-style, chunky texture and medium heat. This product fits shopping trips for casual entertaining, game-day spreads, last-minute taco nights, or a relaxed weekend brunch where a bowl of salsa and chips is a go-to. The brand projects a family-friendly, party-ready persona that trades on nostalgia for easy Tex-Mex flavor — aimed at shoppers who want convenience with recognizable flavors rather than gourmet authenticity. Label cues emphasize "Thick & Chunky," and the ingredient list highlights tomatoes and jalapeños; there are no organic or kid-targeted graphics, and a small disclosure notes it may be produced with genetic engineering. Health halos are modest — low-calorie per serving is sometimes implied, but sodium is present — and there’s no organic certification or explicit natural-only claim beyond "natural flavoring." In plain language: this is a commercially prepared, shelf-stable jarred salsa made from whole and concentrated tomatoes with added seasonings and a few common additives for acidity and texture. Sensory details: bright red, spoonable chunks of tomato and onion, a tangy vinegary lift, mild jalapeño warmth, and a crisp glass jar you open and dip into during social rituals — chips, tacos, or spooned over grilled proteins.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Ingredients:, Tomatoes, in, Tomato, Juice, (Contains, Citric, Acid, [To, Acidify],, Calcium, Chloride, [Firming]),, Water,, Concentrated, Crushed, Tomatoes,, Onions,, Jalapeño, Peppers, (Contains, Vinegar),, Contains, 2%, or, less, of, Salt,, White, Vinegar,, Dehydrated, Garlic,, Onion, Powder,, Citric, Acid, (To, Acidify),, Natural, Flavoring..
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Food
Why this score?
This is a processed, ready-to-eat jarred salsa made from whole and concentrated tomatoes with added salt, vinegar, acidity regulators and 'natural flavoring'; it’s commercially prepared and shelf-stable but does not contain the extensive industrial formulations typical of ultra-processed (NOVA 4) products.
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Common Questions about Chi Chi's Thick & Chunky Salsa, Medium
Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? Chi Chi's salsa is low in calories (only 10 per 2 tbsp) and has no added sugars or preservatives, which is a win in the processed food world. If you're looking for a flavorful way to add some veggies to your meal without a calorie overload, this salsa fits the bill!
