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Somos Salsa Chiles Cuatro
International & World Foods
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Somos Salsa Chiles Cuatro

Somos
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
10
Calories
0g
Protein
2g
Sugars
220mg
Sodium
20
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Somos Salsa Chiles Cuatro presents itself as a shelf-stable, jarred salsa that you’d find in the international or condiments aisle of a mainstream supermarket — often grouped near other salsas, jarred Mexican sauces, and chips or tortilla section displays. The label leans into a craft-inspired aesthetic: short ingredient names like "roasted tomatoes" and "sea salt," plus an emphasis on olive oil, give it a small-batch, homemade vibe even though it’s a packaged product. It’s positioned for shoppers who want a more authentic, slightly artisanal salsa—likely targeting millennials and culturally curious eaters looking for bold flavors without cooking from scratch. The container is typically a glass or PET jar with a screw-top lid, and the sensory profile reads as gently chunky with visible flecks of dried cascabel, ancho and arbol peppers; texture is a balanced puree rather than a watery pico de gallo, with a slight gloss from olive oil and a hint of throat-tingling heat. Typical occasions include tailgates and game-day snacking, casual taco nights, or a low-effort appetizer for weekend brunches—people dip, spoon over tacos, or stir into scrambled eggs. Labeling often highlights "sea salt" and simple-sounding spices, suggesting "natural" or minimally processed qualities; there’s no organic or kid-focused branding, and no colorful cartoon characters. In plain terms it’s a jarred, processed salsa made with whole-ingredient components plus a stabilizer (xanthan gum) to maintain texture. Rituals around it are convivial and immediate: open, set next to a bowl of chips, and pass around at the table.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Servings per Container: 11
Calories10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium220mg10%
Total Carbohydrate3g1%
Total Sugars2g
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

Roasted, Tomatoes,, Cascabel, Peppers,, Sea, Salt,, Jalapeno, Peppers,, Arbol, Peppers,, Onion, Powder,, Olive, Oil,, Ancho, Peppers,, Xanthan, Gum,, Garlic, Powder..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial additives (xanthan gum) and powdered seasonings indicative of industrial formulation rather than only culinary ingredients, placing it in the ultra-processed category despite mostly recognizable components.

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Common Questions about Somos Salsa Chiles Cuatro

Healthiness can be a bit subjective, but Somos Salsa Chiles Cuatro is pretty friendly in the nutrition department! With only 10 calories per serving and no added sugars or preservatives, it’s a great way to add flavor without a ton of extra calories. Just remember, it’s a condiment, so balance it with other nutritious foods for a well-rounded diet.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
weekend-brunch

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