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

Arbol Salsa, 16 OZ

Tatemada
Available at Whole Foods
15
Calories
1g
Protein
190mg
Sodium
20
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd pull this jar off the salsa aisle or from the fridge when assembling tacos, chips-and-dip, or a quick weeknight meal. It has a bright, slightly spicy, homemade vibe—fresh-tasting and a bit adventurous thanks to chile de árbol, while still feeling convenient. The short, recognizable ingredient list and the inclusion of citric acid and salt point to jarred preservation and basic processing rather than heavy industrial reformulation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 TBSP
Servings per Container: 13
Calories15
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Sodium190mg8%
Total Carbohydrate3g1%
Protein1g
* 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

TOMATILLO, -, ROMA, TOMATOES, -, ONIONS, -, CHILE, DE, ARBOL, -, GARLIC, -, PINK, HIMALAYAN, SALT, -, NON-GMO, 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?

This is a processed (NOVA 3) food: made primarily from whole vegetables with added salt and a preservative (citric acid) for shelf stability. The ingredients are recognizable and there are no signs of extensive industrial additives or reformulation typical of ultra-processed (NOVA 4) products.

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Common Questions about Arbol Salsa, 16 OZ

Arbol Salsa is definitely on the healthier side of the salsa spectrum! With only 15 calories per serving and made primarily from fresh ingredients like tomatillos and Roma tomatoes, it’s a great way to add flavor without packing on the calories. Just remember, 'healthy' can be subjective — this salsa is low in sugar and fat, but if you’re looking for something high in protein, you might want to pair it with some beans or grilled chicken.

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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$8.49
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