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Dole Classic Caesar Salad Kit 10 oz
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Dole Classic Caesar Salad Kit 10 oz

Dole
10 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
310mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
95
Ingredients

What You Should Know

The Dole Classic Caesar Salad Kit (10 oz) reads like convenience-focused produce merchandising: youd find it in the refrigerated produce aisle near other bagged lettuces, prewashed salad mixes and competing branded salad kits, often stacked by season next to baby spinach and cole slaw. It suits quick weeknight dinners, office lunches, picnic sides, or last-minute additions to a casual dinner party — occasions where speed and a familiar flavor profile matter. Dole positions this product as a mainstream, family-friendly solution: recognizable brand, photography of crisp romaine, and messaging that leans on freshness and ease rather than gourmet claims. The label carries implicit health halos — simple ingredient names like romaine and parmesan, low calories and low sugar on the Nutrition Facts — but it does not display organic certification. Processing context: fresh lettuce paired with industrially formulated dressing and packaged croutons, a hybrid of minimally processed greens and processed components. Sensory experience is straightforward: bright, crisp romaine leaves provide a cool, watery crunch; the dressing is creamy, tangy and slightly oily with salty parmesan and umami anchovy notes; croutons offer a crunchy contrast with toasty, garlicky seasoning. Packaging is compact and grab-and-go — a sealed bag or kit with separate packets for dressing and croutons — encouraging a quick ritual of opening packets, tossing the salad, and serving. It appeals to shoppers seeking a familiar Caesar taste with minimal prep and predictable results.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Servings per Container: 3
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat11g14%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium310mg13%
Total Carbohydrate7g3%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein2g
* 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, Part-Skim, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Corn, Vinegar,, Salt,, Distilled, Vinegar,, Sugar,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of:, Egg, Yolks,, Anchovy,, Citric, Acid,, Spices,, Xanthan, Gum,, Dehydrated, Garlic,, Lemon, Juice, Concentrate,, Natural, Flavors, (Milk),, Dehydrated, Onion., Croutons:, Enriched, Wheat, Flour, (Enriched, with, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Canola, Oil,, Sugar,, Salt,, Less, than, 2%, of, Each, of, the, Following:, Garlic, Powder,, Yeast,, Romano, Cheese, Made, from, Cow's, Milk, (Part, Skim, Milk,, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Dried, Parsley,, Onion, Powder,, Yeast, Extract,, Natural, Flavor,, Spices..

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
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

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 kit combines fresh romaine with industrially formulated dressing and processed croutons containing additives (xanthan gum, natural flavors, yeast extract) and refined ingredients, fitting the ultra-processed category.

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Common Questions about Dole Classic Caesar Salad Kit 10 oz

The Dole Caesar Salad Kit can be a healthy addition to your meal, especially when you're looking for a quick and easy way to get some greens in. It has a decent amount of fiber from the romaine lettuce and is relatively low in calories, but keep in mind that the dressing does add some fat and sodium. So, it’s healthy in the sense of being a fresh salad option, but as always, context matters — balance it with other nutrient-dense foods throughout your day!

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