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Esti Tzatziki Dip
Deli
📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free

Esti Tzatziki Dip

Esti
10 oz
Available at Foodtown
29
Calories
1g
Protein
85mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
55
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Esti Tzatziki Dip is a chilled, 10-oz tub of Mediterranean-style dip you’d spot in the refrigerated deli/dips case alongside hummus, babaganoush and prepared tzatziki near yogurts and refrigerated prepared salads. The label leans into a clean, artisanal story—“Pure Mediterranean ingredients,” “Gluten free,” “Non‑GMO,” and “No preservatives”—appealing to shoppers seeking perceived naturalness without the premium of a full organic claim. It targets health-conscious, culturally curious shoppers who want an easy, familiar Mediterranean garnish: young urban families, weekday entertainers, and grocery buyers looking for a lighter dip option. Sensory-wise it presents as cool and creamy with a slightly tangy, strained-yogurt base, flecks of fresh cucumber, and a smooth mouthfeel from added vegetable fats and stabilizers; texture is dip‑like, scoopable with pita, chips or vegetables. Packaging is a clear plastic tub with a labeled lid for grab-and-go refrigeration and easy resealing. Rituals include pre-dinner snacking with crudités, dolloping on grilled meats and bowls, or spreading onto sandwiches and wraps. In American grocery culture it functions as both convenience and a small indulgence — a store-bought shortcut to homemade tzatziki that reads “Mediterranean” on shelf and social feeds. Processing is moderate-to-high: the product is built off strained yogurt and fresh cucumber but includes industrial ingredients (modified starch, gums, added vegetable fats) to stabilize texture and shelf life. On a casual shopping trip it’s chosen for quick entertaining, lighter dipping options, or as a flavorful sandwich spread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 10
Calories29
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Sodium85mg4%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Protein1g
* 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

(Non-GMO, (This, Product, Was, Made, Without, Genetically, Engineered, Ingredients,, However,, Trace, Amounts, of, Genetically, Engineered, Material, May, Be, Present)):, Strained, Yogurt, (70%)(Pasteurized, Cow's, Milk,, Butter,, Milk, Protein,, Yogurt, Culture),, Fresh, Cucumber, (18%),, Vegetable, Fats, (Coconut, Oil),, Sunflower, Oil,, Extra, Virgin, Olive, Oil,, Cow's, Milk, Powder,, Modified, Starch,, Xanthan, Gum,, Guar, Gum,, Salt,, Garlic,, Anise,, Parsley..

Flagged Ingredients:

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

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Although based on strained yogurt and cucumber, the formulation includes industrial additives (modified starch, xanthan and guar gums) and added vegetable fats, consistent with an ultra-processed product (NOVA 4).

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Common Questions about Esti Tzatziki Dip

Healthiness can be a bit subjective, but Esti Tzatziki Dip is relatively low in calories and sugar, making it a decent choice for a snack or dip. It’s a good source of some protein thanks to the strained yogurt, but if you’re looking for a superfood, you might want to pair it with some veggies for added nutrients.

Perfect For

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game-day-prep
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