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Tostitos Salsa, Resturant Style
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Tostitos Salsa, Resturant Style

Tostitos
15.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
15
Calories
0g
Protein
1g
Sugars
130mg
Sodium
35
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Tostitos Salsa, Restaurant Style is a familiar jarred salsa you’d spot on a grocery shelf in the condiments/dips section, often adjacent to other salsas, bottled hot sauces, and a wall of tortilla chips. The bright, branded jar is typically clear glass with a screw-top lid and a bold label positioning it as the easy, party-ready companion to snack foods. Shoppers reach for it on game-day restocks, quick party runs, or as a portable addition to taco nights and casual weekend brunches. The “Restaurant Style” name and straightforward ingredient list convey an approachable, family-friendly image — a product aimed at mainstream American shoppers who want the flavor of takeout without the effort. Marketing leans into convenience and sociability rather than health claims; you might see subtle “natural flavors” or “restaurant style” cues on the label, but no organic certification or child-focused characters. The jar emphasizes ease: scoop with a chip, spoon over eggs, or ladle into a taco. Sensory notes: a bright red, slightly chunky texture from diced tomatoes suspended in tomato juice, with tangy acidity, mild jalapeño heat, bits of onion and cilantro, and a clean, salty finish. It’s shelf-stable and ready-to-serve — no chopping required — and is commonly part of the ritual of parties, tailgates, and casual meals. In processing terms, it’s a commercially prepared, jarred salsa made from cooked and preserved tomatoes with added stabilizers and flavoring agents to ensure consistent taste and shelf life.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Servings per Container: 14
Calories15
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium130mg6%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Total Sugars1g
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

Diced, Tomatoes, in, Tomato, Juice,, Water,, Peeled, Ground, Tomatoes, in, Tomato, Puree,, Onions,, Jalapeno, Peppers,, and, Less, than, 2%, of, Salt,, Potassium, Salt,, Vinegar,, Pectin,, Spices, (Including, Cilantro),, Tomato, Paste,, Natural, Flavors, and, 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?

This ready-to-eat, shelf-stable jar contains added stabilizers and flavoring agents (pectin, natural flavors, potassium salt) and is an industrial formulation designed for consistent taste and long shelf life, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Tostitos Salsa, Resturant Style

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? Tostitos Salsa is low in calories (just 15 per 2 tablespoons) and has no added sugars or preservatives, which is a win in my book! It's great for a snack with tortilla chips or as a flavorful addition to meals, but if you're looking for a protein-packed option, you might want to pair it with something heartier.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
weekend-brunch

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