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Organic Applesauce, 23 OZ
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📊 NOVA 3🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free🌿 Organic✨ Seed Oil Free

Organic Applesauce, 23 OZ

SANTA CRUZ ORGANIC
Available at Whole Foods
60
Calories
0g
Protein
13g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
7
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find this in the natural/organic aisle or pantry and reach for it as a lunchbox staple, quick snack, or a simple side at family meals. It feels wholesome and nostalgic—comforting and practical rather than indulgent. The smooth pureed texture and a single antioxidant additive (ascorbic acid) indicate industrial cooking and packaging but not the long ingredient lists or formulation typical of ultra-processed products.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 5
Calories60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate14g5%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars13g
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

ORGANIC, APPLES, ASCORBIC, ACID, (TO, MAINTAIN, COLOR)..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from organic apples with only ascorbic acid added and industrially cooked/packaged, it fits NOVA 3 (processed foods) because it is a preserved/processed fruit product rather than a multi-ingredient ultra-processed formulation.

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Common Questions about Organic Applesauce, 23 OZ

The organic applesauce is a pretty solid choice if you’re looking for a fruit-based snack. It’s made from organic apples, so you’re getting natural goodness without any added sugars or preservatives. However, it does have a higher sugar content due to the natural sugars found in apples, so it's best enjoyed in moderation, especially if you're watching your sugar intake.

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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$6.49
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