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Dole Chopped Kit Everything Caesar
Produce
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Dole Chopped Kit Everything Caesar

Dole
10.60 oz
Available at Foodtown
160
Calories
4g
Protein
2g
Sugars
400mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
111
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Dole Chopped Kit Everything Caesar arrives in the refrigerated produce aisle tucked next to bagged romaine, other salad kits, and prepared greens — the kind of item shoppers grab when they want a quick, produce-based meal without chopping or assembling. It reads like a convenience-first product: a clear plastic, multi-compartment clamshell with visible romaine, a dressing pouch, croutons, and a small seasoning packet. Occasions for purchase span weeknight dinners, quick lunches, game-day platters, or a last-minute brunch where a tossed salad is needed fast. The brand leans on Dole’s long-standing produce credibility, positioned toward busy families and health-conscious consumers who want “fresh” vegetables but also time savings; marketing emphasizes freshness, convenience, and recognizable flavors (Caesar) rather than culinary craft. On the label you’ll see health-halo cues — images of crisp lettuce, mention of real Parmesan, and simple ingredient callouts — but no organic certification or special diet badges on a standard SKU. Sensory impressions are immediate: the romaine provides a crisp, watery crunch, the dressing adds a tangy, creamy coating, croutons give toasted, starchy crunch, and the seasoning delivers garlicky, nutty top notes. The eating ritual is simple — open compartments, drizzle or squeeze the dressing, toss or shake in the container, then top and eat — making it attractive for single-serve or family use. Processing context: the kit mixes minimally processed lettuce with several industrially formulated components (shelf-stable dressing, powdered anti-caking agents, and seasoned croutons) that extend shelf life and standardize texture and taste.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.5 cup
Servings per Container: 3
Calories160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat13g17%
Saturated Fat3g15%
Cholesterol10mg3%
Sodium400mg17%
Total Carbohydrate6g2%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars2g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein4g
* 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

Vegetables:, Romaine, Lettuce., Dressing:, Soybean, Oil,, Water,, Parmesan, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Corn, Vinegar,, Salt,, Distilled, Vinegar,, Sugar,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of, Egg, Yolks,, Anchovy,, Citric, Acid,, Spice,, Mustard, Flour,, Xanthan, Gum,, Dehydrated, Garlic,, Lemon, Juice, Concentrate,, Natural, Flavors, (Includes, Milk),, Dehydrated, Onion., Cheese:, Parmesan, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Culture,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Powdered, Cellulose, (to, Prevent, Caking),, Natamycin, (a, Mold, Inhibitor)., Crouton:, Enriched, Wheat, Flour, (Enriched, with, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Canola, Oil,, Sugar,, Salt,, Yeast,, Dehydrated, Garlic,, Maltodextrin,, Roasted, Dehydrated, Garlic,, Natural, Flavor., Seasoning:, Sesame, Seeds,, Sea, Salt,, Dehydrated, Onion,, Roasted, Sesame, Seeds,, Poppy, Seeds,, Black, Sesame, Seeds,, Dehydrated, Garlic,, Soybean, Oil..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Natamycin - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This multi-component packaged salad kit contains industrially formulated ingredients (emulsifiers, xanthan gum, maltodextrin, powdered cellulose, preservatives, and 'natural flavors') and ready-to-eat processed elements (dressing, seasoned croutons), placing it in the ultraprocessed category.

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Common Questions about Dole Chopped Kit Everything Caesar

The Everything Caesar kit can definitely fit into a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a quick and tasty way to get some greens in. With 160 calories per serving and 2 grams of fiber, it's a decent option for a light meal or side. Just remember, 'healthy' is subjective — it depends on your overall diet and lifestyle!

Perfect For

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