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Goya  Adobo without Pepper
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Goya Adobo without Pepper

Goya
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
520mg
Sodium
8
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Goya Adobo without Pepper is a compact, familiar seasoning staple you’ll find in the spice aisle or the Latin foods section of American supermarkets, usually shelved near other Goya seasonings, sazon packets, and basic pantry items like rice and canned beans. It’s marketed as an everyday all-purpose mix for home cooks who want a quick savory boost—reach for it when making weeknight dinners, marinading chicken for the grill, seasoning rice and beans, or spicing up soups and stews. The Goya brand carries strong cultural associations with Latin American and Caribbean home cooking and tends to target Hispanic households while also appealing to anyone seeking bold, simple flavors and convenience. The label is straightforward rather than child-focused: simple ingredient listing, sometimes highlighting that it’s “without pepper” for flavor clarity; it generally does not carry organic certification and does not promote elaborate health halos, though shoppers often perceive single-word ingredient lists as “natural.” In plain terms this is a lightly processed packaged spice blend — dried garlic and herbs mixed with salt and a small anticaking additive to keep it free-flowing. Sensory details: the product is a fine, sand-like powder with fragrant dried garlic and oregano notes and a warm turmeric undertone; it typically ships in a resealable plastic shaker or jar that invites the ritual of shaking a dusting of seasoning over food. Because sodium is concentrated (a high-salt profile), people use it sparingly to add instant savory depth to everyday meals and family favorites.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.25 tsp
Servings per Container: 151
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium520mg23%
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

Salt,, Garlic,, Tricalcium, Phosphate, (Anticaking, Agent),, Oregano,, Turmeric..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a packaged seasoning blend of recognizable ingredients (salt, herbs, spices) with a small anticaking additive; it’s a processed culinary product rather than an ultra-processed formulation with many industrial additives or novel ingredients.

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Common Questions about Goya Adobo without Pepper

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? Goya Adobo without Pepper is low in calories and has no added sugars or preservatives, which is a plus. It’s a great way to enhance flavor without the guilt, especially if you're looking to cut back on more calorie-dense sauces or seasonings.

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