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Medium Red Salsa, 16 OZ
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📊 NOVA 3🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Medium Red Salsa, 16 OZ

JAIMES
Available at Whole Foods
10
Calories
0g
Protein
135mg
Sodium
0.99g
Fiber
14
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You’d spot this jar in the salsa/chips aisle or grab it when loading up for a casual get-together or weeknight taco night — an easy store-bought staple for dipping, topping, or snacking. It gives off a practical, comforting vibe: familiar tomato-and-pepper flavors that feel homey but ready-to-serve. The ingredient list and small set of additives (citric acid, calcium chloride, salt) point to a processed, shelf-stable product with a consistent chopped texture and extended shelf life rather than a raw, homemade salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 TABLESPOONS
Servings per Container: 16
Calories10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium135mg6%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Dietary Fiber0.99g4%
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

TOMATO, TOMATO, JUICE, WATER, BELL, PEPPER, JALAPENO, PEPPER, SALT, GARLIC, CALCIUM, CHLORIDE, CITRIC, ACID.

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?

Contains mostly whole ingredients (tomato, peppers, garlic) but includes added salt and food additives (citric acid, calcium chloride) and is industrially packaged, consistent with NOVA group 3 processed foods.

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Common Questions about Medium Red Salsa, 16 OZ

Absolutely, it's a pretty healthy choice! With just 10 calories per two-tablespoon serving and no added sugars, it's a guilt-free way to spice up your snacks or meals. Of course, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your dietary needs, but this salsa is low-calorie and packed with fresh ingredients, making it a great option for many.

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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$6.99
per package