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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 spot this jar on the salsa or condiment shelf and reach for it when loading chips for game night, topping tacos, or brightening a quick weeknight meal. Its short ingredient list and tangy, chile-forward profile give a homemade, nostalgic vibe, while the presence of citric acid and jarred packaging signal a heat-treated, shelf-stable product with a chunky texture and simple processing.

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?

Made from recognizable whole ingredients but jarred and acidified (citric acid) for shelf stability, so it is classified as processed rather than ultra-processed; it lacks the industrial formulations and multiple additives typical of NOVA 4.

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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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movie-night
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Vibe:

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$8.49
per package