
HERDEZ Traditional Salsa Mild Cup
What You Should Know
HERDEZ Traditional Salsa Mild Cup is a 15-ounce, ready-to-eat Mexican-style salsa presented in a single-serve plastic cup designed for grab-and-go convenience. In a typical American grocery store you’ll spot it in the refrigerated produce/deli area near fresh guacamole, cut vegetables, and other chilled dips, and it may also appear on shelves in the Hispanic/International aisle alongside jarred salsas and taco sauces. It fits easily into quick shopping trips for parties or weeknight dinners—an easy pick for game-day spreads, movie-night snack piles, or a road-trip supply of chip dip. The brand leans on cultural authenticity: HERDEZ positions itself as a heritage Mexican pantry staple, marketed to shoppers seeking approachable, traditional flavors rather than gourmet specialty items. The label styling often emphasizes “Traditional” and bright, familiar brand colors; there’s no organic seal and the packaging does not read like a child-targeted product—it’s adult-oriented convenience fare. Label claims tend toward simple-language appeals (“Traditional Salsa,” “Mild”) that create a natural or homemade halo despite industrial production. Processing context: this is an industrially prepared, ready-to-eat product that includes acidity regulators and preservatives. Sensory details: the salsa is chunky with visible tomato and tomatillo pieces, a fresh cilantro and onion aroma, mild jalapeño heat, and a tangy-vinegary finish; texture is scoopable but not puree-smooth. Rituals around it are casual—scooping with tortilla chips, spooning over tacos, or serving alongside beans and rice—its plastic cup and lid make it convenient for communal snacking and easy transport.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Ingredients:, Tomatoes, (Tomatoes,, Tomato, Juice,, Calcium, Chloride, [Firming],, Citric, Acid, [To, Acidify]),, Tomatillos,, Jalapeño, Peppers,, Onions,, Contains, 2%, or, less, of, Sea, Salt,, Guajillo, Chile, Paste, (Water,, Dried, Guajillo, Chiles,, Salt,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, Citric, Acid, [To, Acidify],, Potassium, Sorbate, and, Sodium, Benzoate, [Preservatives]),, Cilantro,, Garlic,, Distilled, Vinegar,, Red, Jalapeño, Peppers, (Red, Jalapeño, Peppers,, Vinegar)..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
- •Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
The product is a ready-to-eat industrially manufactured salsa containing preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate), acidity regulators, and a prepared chile paste, which fits NOVA Group 4 for ultra-processed foods.
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Common Questions about HERDEZ Traditional Salsa Mild Cup
When it comes to salsa, HERDEZ Traditional Salsa Mild is a pretty solid choice! With only 10 calories per two-tablespoon serving and low sugar, it can be a great way to add flavor without packing on the calories. Just remember, 'healthy' can be subjective — if you’re looking for something to liven up your tacos or chips, this salsa fits the bill!
