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Claussen Kosher Dill Halves
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Claussen Kosher Dill Halves

Claussen
32 foz
Available at Foodtown
5
Calories
0g
Protein
270mg
Sodium
32
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Claussen Kosher Dill Halves arrive in a familiar refrigerated aisle of American supermarkets, shelved alongside other chilled condiments like pickled vegetables, refrigerated olives, sauerkraut and deli sides rather than on the dry-goods shelf. Packaged in a clear, resealable 32-ounce jar, the product trades shelf-stable pantry convenience for a crisp, cold bite. It fits easily into quick shopping trips for burgers and summer cookouts or the weekly deli run when shoppers want a crunchy, tangy garnish. The brand leans on a heritage, blue-collar Americana positioning — Claussen evokes diner counters, backyard barbecues and classic sandwich shops — targeting mainstream families and consumers who prize texture and convenience over artisanal provenance. Label cues include Kosher certification, “vegan” and “fat free” callouts and the phrase “natural flavor,” offering health halos that imply wholesomeness despite being a branded, processed jarred product; there is no organic claim. In plain processing terms, these are cucumbers preserved in a seasoned brine with added preservatives and stabilizers to maintain flavor and crunch. Sensory details: the halves deliver a loud, juicy crunch and a bright, vinegary dill profile with warm notes of turmeric, garlic and red pepper; the brine tastes tangy-salty with a hint of sweet in the background. Rituals around use are tactile and social — fingers diving into the jar for a snack, spooning halves onto burgers, or slicing them into sandwiches — and the resealable jar keeps them elevated as a ready, shareable condiment for gatherings and everyday meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5
Servings per Container: 20
Calories5
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium270mg12%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
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

Fresh, Cucumbers,, Water,, Salt,, Distilled, Vinegar,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of, Dried, Garlic,, Calcium, Chloride,, Sodium, Benzoate, (to, Preserve, Flavor),, Spice,, Mustard, Seed,, Natural, Flavor,, Dried, Red, Peppers,, Polysorbate, 80,, Oleoresin, Turmeric..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • polysorbate 80 - Processed emulsifier
  • sodium benzoate - Synthetic preservative
No EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial additives (polysorbate 80), preservatives (sodium benzoate), stabilizers and 'natural flavor' beyond traditional home pickling, indicating ultra-processed formulation.

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Common Questions about Claussen Kosher Dill Halves

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! These pickles are low in calories (just 5 per serving) and low in sugar, making them a great crunchy addition to a balanced diet. However, they do contain sodium (about 270mg per serving), so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy them in moderation.

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