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Christopher Ranch Organic Chopped Garlic
Produce
📊 NOVA 3🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free🌿 Organic

Christopher Ranch Organic Chopped Garlic

Christopher Ranch
4.25 oz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
12
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Christopher Ranch Organic Chopped Garlic is a small, convenience-focused jar that tells a familiar grocery‑store story: a family‑owned California garlic grower packaging pre‑minced, organic garlic for busy cooks. You’ll most often spot it in the produce‑adjacent refrigerated section or on a shelf near other prepped aromatics and jarred condiments—beside fresh peeled garlic, refrigerated herbs, jarred minced garlic, and pasta sauce. It fits into shopping trips for weeknight dinners, meal‑prep Sundays, or when you’re stocking up for a weekend of cooking; it’s equally handy for throwing into sautés, marinades, dressings, garlic bread, and quick sauces. The brand leans on heritage and authenticity—“family owned since 1956,” “Certified Organic by CCOF,” and “Product of USA”—positioning the product for shoppers who want organic credibility plus time savings. Packaging and labeling lean into health halos: organic certification, mention of extra virgin olive oil, and clean, straightforward ingredient listing; there’s no child‑oriented gimmickry. In plain terms the garlic has been chopped and preserved in oil with a touch of citric acid to stabilize flavor and shelf life, so it’s processed for convenience rather than sold raw. Sensory notes: small, moist, oil‑coated pieces of pungent garlic with a bright, slightly acidic lift from citric acid; the jar opens to a quick hit of fresh garlic aroma and a spoonable texture that disperses easily into hot pans. Rituals around it are practical and comforting—spooning a dollop into a skillet to kick off dinner, or stirring into a quick vinaigrette when time is short.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 1
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
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

Organic, Garlic,, Organic, Soybean, Oil,, Citric, Acid,, Organic, Extra, Virgin, Olive, Oil..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

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?

The product is a processed food: chopped fresh garlic preserved in organic oils with citric acid for stability. It contains few, recognizable ingredients and no industrial additives, so it aligns with NOVA Group 3 (processed) rather than ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Christopher Ranch Organic Chopped Garlic

The chopped garlic is a pretty solid choice for adding flavor without a lot of fuss! It's organic, minimally processed, and free from artificial ingredients, which is a win in many people's books. Just remember, 'healthy' can vary based on your dietary needs, so consider how it fits into your overall meal plan.

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